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Job Description / Duties

The Lead Scenic Artist works in coordination with the Head Scenic Artist to paint and produce specialty finishes such as marble, wood grain, aging, breakdown, and other faux finishes. They must be able to execute painting of a pictorial nature on any scale including backdrops and cut-outs. They must also be able to assume all responsibilities in the absence of the Head Scenic Artist.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Skills & Responsibilities
• Apply advanced scenic painting techniques including wood grain, marble, aging, distressing, and other faux finishes
• Execute pictorial painting on a variety of scales, including large-scale backdrops and cut-outs, with precision and attention to detail
• Prepare surfaces, apply primers and sealers, and create textures as specified in the scenic designs
• Mix and match colours accurately; apply washes, glazes, and other finish techniques
• Use drawing, layout, scaling, and stencil creation techniques to translate designs into scenic finishes
• Work effectively with a variety of materials including canvas, wood, foam, metal, and plastics
• Use scenic paint products safely and effectively (latex, acrylic, dyes, dry pigments etc.)
• Adapt techniques and materials to align with designer intent and respond to changes in creative direction
• Organize paint shop, tools, inventory, and materials
• Ensure safe use of ladders, lifts, spray equipment, and chemicals in accordance with safety standards
• Collaborate with scenic carpentry, props, and technical departments to achieve production goals
• Attend production and company meetings and onstage note sessions as required
• Demonstrate problem-solving and adaptability in a fast-paced production environment
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized work environment in compliance with safety standards
• Promote and uphold a respectful, inclusive, and professional workplace
• Communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally with designers, team members and production staff

Qualifications
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in theatrical scenic art
• Post-secondary education in fine arts, theatre production, or equivalent professional experience
• Supervisory experience working in unionized and collaborative production environments an asset
• Strong working knowledge of scenic painting materials, tools, and application techniques
• Proficiency with shop and personal safety standards
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under tight deadlines
• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license (asset)
• First Aid certification (asset)
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs., work at heights, use stairs and ladders, and work with paints and solvents in various environments

Additional Information

This position is a seasonal contract running from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 with the Pacific Opera shop typically operating from July to May.

All Opera Shop production staff work under the jurisdiction of IATSE Local 168.

Benefits include:
• 5% in employer RRSP contributions
• 5% vacation pay
• 4% in lieu of benefits
• Access to a health and welfare fund paid for by Pacific Opera and administered by IATSE Local 168
• Guaranteed Minimum Hours for the season: 700

The typical work week is Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. The positions require some evening and weekend work, and hours will vary depending on production schedules.
- Carpentry, 8:00am-4:30pm
- Wardrobe, 8:30am-5:00pm
- Props, 8:30am-5:00pm
- Paint, 8:00am – 4:30pm Wednesday - Sunday

Production Dates:
Show 1 - (The Turn of the Screw)
Set Paint: Aug 27 – sept 28, 2025 (5 wks)
Touch up day: Oct 18, 2025 (1 day)
 
Show 2 - (Tosca)
Set Paint: Dec 29, 30, Jan 2-4, 2025 – Feb 6, 2026 (6 wks)
Touch up day: Feb 14, 2026 (1 day)

Show 3 - (Orpheus & Eurydice)
Set Paint: March 9 – April 12, 2026 (5 wks)
Touch up day: April 18, 2026 (1 day)

*Subject to Change
*Holiday Shop Closure: Sat Dec 20 – Sun Dec 28, 2025 & Thurs Jan 1, 2026

Salary: $35.99 + benefits, in accordance with IATSE Local 168 collective agreement with Pacific Opera Victoria

Contact Information

For more details please visit our website: https://pacificopera.ca/about-us/careers-auditions/ 

Please apply with a cover letter and resume to: jobs@pacificopera.ca 

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Employer Profile

Pacific Opera Victoria is one of the most influential professional opera companies in Canada. Our vision is for a world in which opera enriches the lives of everyone. Our mission is to create distinctive and inclusive opera experiences which inspire and engage artists and audiences. We deliver our mission with integrity and uncompromising adherence to our values: Quality, Leadership, Innovation, Collaboration, Learning, Inclusivity and Stewardship.

Pacific Opera Victoria identifies Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Reconciliation among its Core Values and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.

For more information about Pacific Opera, please visit our website www.pacificopera.ca