Artist, Figure Finish Tech (3rd) (Automotive Painting Experience)

Universal Orlando•Orlando, FL

11d

About The Position

Maintain the original aesthetics and function of animated figures, props, and sets within Rides and Shows. The role involves cleaning, repairing, installing, and finishing or painting skins, shells, costumes, props, and set pieces, as well as providing access to these assets for Ride and Show Mechanics. The work uses techniques and materials related to silicone skin repair, fiberglass repair and finishing, scenic and faux painting, airbrushing, automotive painting, carpentry, sculpting, mold making, casting, fabrication, sewing, costuming, patterning, wig care, mechanical work, and problem solving. The position also supports inspections and repairs by Ride and Show Maintenance, maintains and fabricates figure and set attachments, and inspects figures, sets, props, shop facilities, equipment, and tools. The employee documents work and findings, participates in show-quality walkthroughs, and follows established Environmental, Health & Safety policies, procedures, training, and team activities. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school degree or GED.
At least 3 years of set/prop fabrication and maintenance experience with the finishing aspect of animated figures, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Florida Driver’s License, required to operate company vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Visual Arts, Scenery Production, Technical Theater, Costuming, or equivalent.
Bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts, Scenery Production, Technical Theater, Costuming, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and install flexible and non-flexible skins, coverings, costumes, wigs, fur, feathers, and support structures for animated figures; plan and prepare work, clean, repair, and paint silicone and fiberglass skins and shells, clean work areas, and document work.
Mend or replace costumes and other figure coverings; assess, mix, and apply airbrush, faux, automotive, wet/dry brush, and sponge painting techniques.
Maintain sets within Rides and Shows, including planning and preparing work, cleaning, sculpting, construction, painting, and documenting work.
Mend or replace backdrops, curtains, scrims, and other soft set materials; use brushing, rolling, blending, spraying, and faux-finishing techniques on show sets.
Maintain, fabricate, and install show props, including planning and preparing work, cleaning, molding, casting, construction, finishing and painting, and documenting work.
Assist Ride and Show Maintenance with access to figures, props, and sets for inspections and repairs, including mechanical disassembly and assembly of parts related to animated figures.
Maintain, fabricate, and install or embed fasteners and attachments for animated figures, sets, and props, including buckles, straps, zippers, snaps, stand-offs, tabs, and inserts.
Inspect figures, sets, props, shop facilities, equipment, and tools for wear or damage and document findings.
Assist with show-quality walkthroughs and assess animated figures, show sets, and props for repairs and improvements.
Follow established Environmental, Health & Safety policies, procedures, training, and team-member involvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.