Senior Artist (Figure Finishing & Props)

Detalles del empleo:

Responsabilidades:

• Lead and coordinate a small team of artist and in the execution of figure finishing, props maintenance, and refurbishment projects.
• Develop, prioritize, and manage daily work plans to ensure maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with operational requirements.
• Execute and coordinate ad-hoc maintenance requests, emergency repairs, and show recovery work to support attraction operations.
• Proactively inspect attraction figures, costumes, fur, skins, and props, initiating work orders and maintenance plans to sustain show readiness and prevent show quality degradation.
• Monitor attraction assets and recommend refurbishment strategies, including preventive maintenance cycle, full-scale skin replacements, fur replacement programs, and major figure restoration projects.
• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and promote a strong safety culture by maintaining a safe working environment for Cast Members, contractors, and partners.
• Perform figure finishing and restoration work on static/ animatronics figures, scenic props, and show elements across Disney attractions, including but not limited to Mystic Manor, World of Frozen, "it's a small world", Jungle River Cruise, and other themed entertainment venues.
• Apply, repair, and maintain decorative finishes on both hard and soft figure skins using a variety of coatings, paints, adhesives, fillers, and specialized application techniques to achieve and maintain Disney show quality standards.
• Conduct grooming, styling, cleaning, and restoration of faux fur, wigs, costumes, and accessories associated with attraction figures.
• Support fabrication and refurbishment projects involving sculpting, mold making, casting, texturing, finishing, and prop construction.
• Collaborate with Attraction Engineering, Show Quality Standards, Operations, Costuming, and other partners to coordinate maintenance and refurbishment work.
• Maintain workshop equipment, tools, materials, and inventory to support daily operation requirements.

Experiencia laboral requerida:

• Higher Diploma, university degree, or equivalent experience in Fine Arts, Theatre & Entertainment Arts, Scenic Art, Prop Fabrication, Industrial Design, or related disciplines.
• Experience in painting, finishing, decorative arts, prop fabrication, mascot fabrication, mold & casting, scenic production, or a related artistic/technical field.
• Knowledge of various paint systems, coatings, surface preparation methods, and finishing techniques.
• Ability to identify color, texture, and finish variations and reproduce them accurately.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining high show-quality standards.
• Willingness to work overnight shifts as the primary work schedule, with occasional day shifts based on operational requirements.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined or dimly lit environments, near water features, outdoors, and in environments involving chemical products.
• Physically capable of lifting materials, climbing access equipment, and performing hands-on maintenance work.
• Flexible, positive, and adaptable mindset with the ability to respond to changing operational and business needs.
• A caring team player who values collaboration, supports fellow Cast Members, and contributes to a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment.
• Enthusiastic, approachable, and fun to work with, bringing positive energy and a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences.

Experiencia deseada:

• Experience in themed entertainment, attractions, animation figures, museum exhibits, scenic art, film production, mascot fabrication, costume production, or related industries.
• Hands-on experience in:
  • Themed painting and decorative finishing
  • Faux fur grooming and restoration
  • Costume repair and maintenance
  • Sculpting
  • Mold making and casting
  • Prop fabrication and refurbishment
  • Airbrush application techniques
  • Industrial and specialty coatings
• Basic knowledge of costume technology and soft-goods construction.
• Experience with 3D scanning, 3D modeling, and 3D printing technologies.

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