The RSC Paint Shop are responsible for all the paint work, art work and texturing of RSC productions at home, abroad and on tour.
Paint Shop (Ref: WP13)
In their workshop, they turn iron into gold, tin into wood, and foam to stone. The team will often work simultaneously on several shows and are one of the only theatre Paint Shops that work on both props and scenery.
The starting point is the production designer's brief. After looking at the set model the scenic artists collect samples of paints and finishes. Once these decisions have been made the team will then progress to painting the scenery, sets and props.
Placement details
Available dates: Available all year round
Length of placement: One - six weeks
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon
Closing date for applications: 30 June 2009
Ref: WP13
About the placement
The Paint Shop workload varies throughout the year and also from production to production. Under supervision of a trained professional the successful candidate will be assisting to interpret and create artistic finishes from a designers briefing and/or scale model.
Criteria
We are looking for applicants who are committed to a career in Scenic Painting.
Essential attributes:
- Knowledge of equipment used within the scenic paint shop
- Knowledge of paint and texture finishes
- Knowledge of materials and scenic painting techniques
- Experience of scenic art for example with college productions or amateur theatre groups
- The ability to work on one’s own initiative and within a team
- Due to Health and Safety regulations candidates must be 18 years or older
