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Job Description / Duties

The Scenic Painter will work alongside the carpentry team and report to the Technical Directors (TD). The responsibilities include but are not limited to those normally associated with a similar position in other professional Canadian theatre companies. They will include:

• Working with the Production Manager (PM), Technical Directors (TDs), Head Carpenter, and designers to execute scenic designs within established budgets and timelines
• Painting all set pieces and large props for productions
• Participating in load-ins, technical rehearsals, changeovers, and load outs as needed
• Attending all production meetings and dress rehearsals as required
• Managing all aspects of the paint shop, including:
o Daily operations and tool maintenance
o Scheduling and coordinating work
o Supervising any other staff using paint shop tools and equipment, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols
• Ensuring adherence to health and safety policies and procedures across all Blyth Festival facilities
• Carrying out additional duties as assigned by the Production Manager or Technical Director, with prior notice and incorporation into the regular schedule

Qualifications / Required Skills

• Scenic painting experience
• Strong and motivated work ethic
• Leadership and problem-solving skills
• Team player
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety policies
• First Aid and Working at Heights are required (Festival can assist with certification if necessary)
• Comfort working on ladders (A-frame and Extension)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Valid G Driver’s License an asset

Salary: $1,091/wk + 4% vacation pay

Contact Information

To apply for this position, send a cover letter, resume and portfolio to careers@blythfestival.com by February 14, 2025. Please include in the subject line: Scenic Painter. Resumes will be considered on a rolling basis.

Blyth Festival thanks all applicants but will respond only to those selected for an interview.

Employer Profile

In its 50-year history, Blyth has premiered 156 new Canadian plays and entertained more than one million people from every province and territory in Canada across the United States and from every corner of the globe. Plays from the Blyth Festival have won Governor General’s Awards, been produced in 29 countries, and been translated into dozens of languages, including American Sign Language.

Blyth Festival productions take place on two stages in the village of Blyth, Ontario: the Margaret Stephens Stage at Blyth Memorial Hall, a municipally owned 379-seat indoor theatre, and the Harvest Stage – a permanent, purpose-built outdoor theatre, seating 348 people, surrounded by trees and playing to audiences under the Huron County skies.

In 2025, the Blyth Festival will produce a repertory season of four Canadian plays (2 world premieres) on the Margaret Stephens Stage, and one stand-alone production on the Harvest Stage.

The Blyth Festival production facilities include a 12 000 sq ft, fully equipped carpentry, paint, prop and wardrobe shop, as well as office space, storage and rehearsal studio.