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

Universal Orlando•Orlando, FL

10d

About The Position

Maintain the original aesthetics and function of animated figures, props, and sets within Rides and Shows. The role uses techniques and materials related to silicone skin and fiberglass repair, scenic and faux painting, airbrushing, automotive painting, carpentry, sculpting, mold making, casting, fabrication, sewing, costuming, patterning, wig care, and mechanical work. The position involves maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, fabricating, finishing, painting, and installing figure skins and coverings, show sets, and props. It also assists Ride and Show Maintenance with access to figures, props, and sets for inspection and repairs, and participates in show-quality walk-throughs. Work includes preparing and cleaning work areas, documenting tasks and findings, and following Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school degree or GED.
At least 3 years of set or prop fabrication and maintenance experience, including 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 and faux-paint techniques, automotive paint, and wet/dry brush and sponge painting.
Maintain sets within Rides and Shows, including planning, 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, cleaning, molding, casting, construction, finishing, painting, and documenting work.
Assist Ride and Show Maintenance by providing 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 figures, sets, and props, such as 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 in show-quality walk-throughs and assess figures, sets, and props for needed repairs and improvements.
Follow established Environmental, Health & Safety policies, procedures, training, and team-member involvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.