Art Department & Set Design Assistant

Linvilla Orchards Inc•Media, PA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Linvilla Orchards is looking for a creative, hands-on individual to join our Art Department and help bring our seasonal attractions and events to life. This could be a great position for someone with a background in art, theater, scenic design, construction, woodworking, event production, or another creative trade. Our Art Department designs, builds, paints, decorates, and installs many of the displays and attractions seen throughout the farm. This is a highly physical, hands-on position that combines creativity with construction and set building. While painting, decorating, and design are important parts of the job, a significant portion of the work involves physically building, moving, installing, and taking down large props, sets, displays, and structures. We're looking for someone who can combine creativity with practical building skills and enjoys seeing an idea go from a sketch or concept to a finished display.

Requirements

Strong artistic and creative abilities
Some construction, woodworking, set-building, or similar hands-on experience preferred
Experience safely using common hand and power tools
Basic understanding of how to build sturdy structures, props, and displays
Painting and decorating skills
Ability to visualize a project and contribute creative ideas
Willingness to work with a wide variety of materials and learn new techniques
Regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to perform physical work including standing, bending, lifting, carrying, climbing ladders, and working with tools
Perform physically demanding setup and breakdown of seasonal displays and attractions
Comfort working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to work independently once given direction
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to improvise when building custom projects
Dependability and ability to complete projects on schedule
Ability to work well as part of a collaborative team

Responsibilities

Assist with the design and construction of seasonal displays, sets, props, and attractions
Help design and build our Witch's Houses and other scenery for fall hayrides
Assist with the design, construction, and setup of displays
Build props, scenery, signs, displays, and decorative elements for events throughout the farm
Paint, stain, decorate, and finish sets and displays
Help turn creative concepts and sketches into finished installations
Use power tools and hand tools for basic construction and fabrication
Work with materials such as lumber, plywood, hardware, paint, fabric, and found or repurposed materials
Assist with assembling, installing, moving, and dismantling displays
Help repair, refresh, and repurpose existing props and seasonal decorations
Work both independently and collaboratively on creative projects
Keep tools, materials, and Art Department work areas organized
Assist with other creative and event-related projects as needed
Lift, carry, push, pull, and move heavy props, set pieces, lumber, building materials, and decorations