SFGR Scenic Construction & Prop Artist- $15/HR
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation · Gurnee, IL · 2 days ago
Art & CreativeTemporary
About the role
To support all scenic and prop needs for all live entertainment events and productions.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain technical support on equipment associated with all live entertainment events and productions.
- Maintain show quality standards as set by production staff.
- Perform all assignments and responsibilities as outlined for all scenic and prop elements within all live entertainment events and productions.
- Provide basic troubleshooting and maintenance for scenic elements, props, and scenic painting.
- Be involved in the rehearsal and operation of your respective events and productions under the direction of the Production Staff.
- Navigate in, on, or around scenic elements associated with specific venues and events in potentially dark and restrictive spaces.
- Required to climb ladders and work at heights in excess of 35 feet and lift more than 50 pounds.
- Maintain clean and safe atmosphere in all areas of a specific venue. This may include, but not limited to sweeping, mopping, cleaning up trash, cleaning restrooms, and cleaning the storage/shop area.
- Operate and maintain tools and equipment in a safe manner and utilize all appropriate Personal Protection Equipment.
- Adhere to and enforce all park policies and procedures as outlined in the Seasonal Handbook and the Department Standard Operating Procedure Manual.
- Wear and maintain park issued uniform. Team Member is required to provide black steel-toed shoes.
- Immediately report any unsafe acts to the unit Stage Manager.
- Train new personnel as needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum Age 18
- Shifts are dependent on Events and Production needs
- Basic technical theatrical skills required for all positions. Expert skills required for some positions.
- Prior background in scenic carpentry, painting and prop artistry preferred
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand for the length of shift
- Must be able to work with ladders, scaffolding or lifts
- Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude
- Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others