Assistant Scenic Charge Artist

Description: 

The Assistant Scenic Charge Artist assists with the day to day managing of the paint shop, paint staff, and the flow of scenery between shops and theaters. They participate in painting, shop maintenance, and assist in teaching scenic art apprentices both in technique and good work habits. 

The rate for this full-time seasonal role is $39.50 per hour with an offer of 40 hours a week for 42 weeks. 

This position is part of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts of the United States, its Territories and Canada, AFL-CIO, CLC.

Working at Juilliard

Founded in 1905, The Juilliard School is a world leader in performing arts education. The school’s mission is to provide the highest caliber of artistic education for gifted musicians, dancers, and actors from around the world so that they may achieve their fullest potential as artists, leaders, and global citizens.

Excellence and professionalism are important guides in how we go about our work, but we also connect to the mission as individuals in the workplace. We thrive because of our variety of backgrounds and our ability to be open and honest, and we also thrive because we enjoy each other’s company. We believe that each employee has the responsibility to help shape the Juilliard organizational culture, and we provide opportunities to participate in team-building throughout the year. Our organizational values focus on community and culture.

We encourage you to read more about how we achieve our mission on our website, juilliard.edu.

Role Responsibilities:

• Works with Scenic Charge Artist to determine and execute daily work schedule, workflow, management of the shop floor, and the assignment of tasks.
• Works with the TD's, Lead carpenters, and other shops as point person for daily flow of scenery between shops and spaces. 
• Participates in the painting and back painting of scenery, props, and performance space maintenance as necessary.
• Helps maintain safe and tidy workstations and moves those stations in and out of performance spaces as necessary.
• Monitors the quality of the finished product and points out concerns to Scenic Charge Artist. 
• Assists the Scenic Charge Artist in monitoring workflow and deadlines in order to make adjustments to production process as needed.  Communicates changes to TD's, PM's, and designers. 
• Monitors the maintenance of the shop and its tools and completes or assigns maintenance and cleaning tasks as needed. 
• Keeps abreast of communication with designers and leads communication on specific items or shows as assigned.
• Assists Scenic Charge Artist to ensure that timesheets are filled out at the end of each workday by all paint shop staff and overhire. 
• Assists Charge with payroll and accounts payable as assigned.
• Maintains inventory, with the help of apprentices, and leads in material sourcing, purchasing, acquisition, and paperwork as requested. 
• Attends staff meetings, production meetings, and rehearsals as assigned.
• Is expected to have some flexibility of schedule to accommodate rehearsals or shifted calls as necessary. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times in a fast paced, high intensity environment
• Three years’ experience as a scenic artist in a professional setting.
• Three years’ experience working in theater. 
• Computer literacy, specifically in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong verbal communication skills.

Preferred Background:

• Experience working in commercial fabrication shops.
• Experience working in off Broadway, regional theater, and/or summer stock. 
• Experience working in an educational institution.
• Theatrical Degree in Theater Design or Theater Production – or – a Certificate in Scenic Art.
• Previous experience working with young scenic artists

Why Work for Juilliard?

At Juilliard, you don’t just work in the arts—you’re immersed in them.

• Exclusive access to world-class performances - As a Juilliard employee, enjoy complimentary admission to all Juilliard performances and experience extraordinary talent up close in the building where you work.
• One of NYC’s premier cultural hubs - Located at Lincoln Center, you’ll benefit from significant day-of ticket discounts to performances across our renowned partner organizations.
• Support for your long-term goals - Juilliard contributes to your 403(b), helping you plan confidently for the future.
• Generous Time-Off - We offer a generous paid time-off policy, plus a winter break and Summer Fridays to help you rest and stay energized.
• Continue learning and growing - Full-time staff are eligible for tuition remission for Juilliard Extension classes, offering a unique opportunity to develop new skills or deepen your connection to the arts.

• A high-performing, mission-driven environment - Collaborate with dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence, innovation, and advancing the performing arts.

• A workplace grounded in respect and connection - Be part of a community where people support one another, value diverse perspectives, and contribute to a welcoming and engaged workplace.

Make your career part of something extraordinary.

Nondiscrimination Policy:

The Juilliard School is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its relations with its faculty, staff, students, and other members of the Juilliard community, and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, alienage, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, partnership status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy covers, but is not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, benefits, rates of pay and other forms of compensation as well as student admission, access, and treatment in school programs and activities.