Artist Animation Figure Finish – Universal Epic Universe

JOB SUMMARY:

Maintain the original aesthetics and function of the animated figures props and sets within the Rides and Shows. The responsibilities will include cleaning repairing installing and finishing/painting skins shells costumes props and set pieces as well as access into these assets for Ride and Show Mechanics. Knowledge of all techniques materials and tools involved in silicone skin repair fiberglass repair and finishing scenic painting faux finishing airbrushing automotive painting carpentry sculpting mold making casting fabrication sewing costuming patterning wig care mechanical work and problem solving will be utilized.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain troubleshoot and install flexible and non-flexible skins coverings (including costumes wigs fur and feathers) and support structures for animated figures. This includes planning/preparing for work cleaning repairing painting of silicone and fiberglass skins and shells cleaning of work area and documenting work. Mends or replaces costumes and other figure coverings. Painting processes to include properly assessing mixing and applying airbrush and/or faux paint techniques automotive paint applications as well as wet/dry brush and sponge painting
• Maintain sets within Rides and Shows to include planning/preparing for work cleaning sculpting construction painting cleaning of work area and documenting work. Maintenance of show sets to include mending or replacing backdrops curtains scrims and other set related soft materials. Painting techniques to include brushing rolling blending spraying and faux finishing techniques of show sets.
• Maintain fabricate and install show props to include planning/preparing for work cleaning molding casting construction finishing/painting cleaning of work area and documenting work.
• Assist Ride and Show Maintenance with access into figures props and sets for their inspections and repairs to include mechanical disassembly and assembly of parts related to animated figures.
• Maintain fabricate and install/embed fasteners and attachments for animated figures sets and props. This can include buckles straps zippers snaps stand-offs tabs and various inserts.
• Inspect figures sets props shop facilities equipment and tools for any wear/damage and document findings. Assist in show quality walk-throughs assessing animated figures show sets and props for necessary repairs and improvements.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy procedures training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• High school degree or GED is required
• Associates degree is preferred - Visual Arts Scenery Production Technical Theater Costuming or equivalent
• Bachelors degree is preferred - Visual Arts Scenery Production Technical Theater Costuming or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

• 3 years set/prop fabrication and maintenance with the finishing aspect of animated figures is required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

CERTIFICATIONS LICENSES REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Florida Drivers License/ required to operate company vehicles.

Your talent skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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