SCENIC ARTIST

Job Description / Duties:

Reporting to the Technical Director and Production Manager, the SCENIC ARTIST has broad

responsibility in the following areas:

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the painting, maintenance and paint touchups of all scenic elements;
• Produces paint samples and related paperwork necessary to realize the needs of the

design in conjunction with the Director and the Designer;

• Maintains the highest standards of production quality, safety and artistry in the

scenic art department;

• Maintains a clean, organized and well-equipped paint shop;
• Assists the Technical Director in costing, budgeting and build scheduling;
• Works with designers to realize their designs as accurately as possible;
• Researches, sources, orders and shops as needed for paint and scenic art materials;
• Supervises additional labour required for the completion of all scenic art elements

and installations, where necessary;

• Attends production meetings, staff meetings, technical rehearsals, and note sessions

as scheduled;

• Recommends shop, equipment and tool repairs, replacement and renewal as needed;
• Assists the Carpentry, Properties and other departments as required;
• Acts as a resource to other arts community members, where applicable;
• On occasion, train and/or lead production interns, casual staff and volunteers;
• Assists with the moving of scenic elements as required for painting;
• Other related duties as assigned.

Ideal Skills:

• Outstanding collaborator and team player – with a positive attitude and

problem-solving focus;

• Able to handle intense, stressful or emergent situations with grace, good humour,

excellent communication & strong conflict resolution skills;

• Able to work independently and as a team leader;
• Able to safely work at heights (training will be provided if necessary);
• Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor at all times, punctual and

reliable;

• Previous experience, an asset: VectorWorks, Microsoft Office;

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• Certificates in fall arrest, and lift training are required (training will be provided if

necessary);

• Certificate in Basic First Aid, an asset;
• Valid G Driver’s License, an asset.

Qualifications:

• Ideally, a graduate of a Technical Theatre Production program, or similar experience

working in theatre or large-format paint shops;

• Experience with theatrical sketching, rendering, and scenic paint;;
• Knowledge of various scenic art techniques and colour mixing;
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs;
• Experience in and comfortable working with power tools;
• Comfortable working at heights;
• A team player, willing to learn, ready to “pitch in”, and able to get along well with

others by responding to others in a helpful and positive manner, including liaising

with clients & artists;

• Manages stress well, and exhibits excellent interpersonal skills, tact and diplomacy;
• Willing to work a flexible schedule that includes some evenings, weekends, late

nights and early mornings as the production schedule requires.

Additional Information:

Contract Dates: May 18 - September 20, 2026. (18 Weeks)

Salary: $950/week + 4% vacation pay, paid bi-weekly and subject to hours averaging.

Contact Information:
Please send your resumé with cover letter and references to Bill Chabassol, Production

Manager, at bill@1000islandsplayhouse.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for

interviews will be contacted.

Employer Profile:

The Thousand Islands Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a

policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis. We are committed to

increasing the representation of historically marginalized groups throughout the

organization. In particular, we are prioritizing Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour in

our hiring practices. Those who would like to self-identify in their cover letters are

welcome to do so, however it is voluntary and not required.

Thousand Islands Playhouse | 185 South Street, Gananoque, ON K7G 1A1

Admin: (613) 382-7086 Box Office: (613) 382-7020 | www.1000islandsplayhouse.com

We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the

hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act

(AODA). If you require accommodations, please let us know.

At the Thousand Islands Playhouse, we put people at centre stage. We believe that by

shining a light on every person and their story, we will build an empathetic community

with a broad worldview. We strive to nurture creative collaboration, foster engagement

with the arts, and provide a fun and welcoming environment for all who come to visit

us, Dockside.

Thousand Islands Playhouse | 185 South Street, Gananoque, ON K7G 1A1

Admin: (613) 382-7086 Box Office: (613) 382-7020 | www.1000islandsplayhouse.com