Production Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Assistant to join our busy studio in Southeast London. This role would be suitable for painter & decorators, sign painters, scenic painters, prop & set designers who have experience painting in a professional environment.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Preparing canvases- stretching, taping, and priming.
• Mixing paint and prepping materials.
• Keeping the studio clean and tidy.
• Completing stock takes and ensuring that stock levels are sufficient.
• Looking after and maintaining tools and any work-related equipment.
• Moving and lifting artwork and materials under supervision.
• Research for future projects as instructed by the Studio Manager.
• Thinking commercially at all times.
• Working to tight deadlines and being able to produce work at levels of quality needed.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Colour theory and painting skills, including knowledge of painting techniques and materials.
• Art handling/packing and hanging experience.
• Mac literate.
• Good level of fitness.
• Strong time management skills.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Will take pride in whatever task is required and take an interest and responsibility in the overall process.
• Will be friendly and industrious with good interpersonal skills.
• Having an enthusiastic approach to the role is key, candidates should be committed to working as part of a successful artist’s studio.
• Will take a flexible approach to work, due to the variety of projects the selected candidate will be working on.

OTHER INFORMATION

• All employees must always carry out their responsibilities with due regards to Science Ltd’s contract and confidentiality agreement.
• Employees must accept responsibility for ensuring that the policies and procedures relating to health and safety in the workplace are followed at all times.
• Employees will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected of the post and are required to be professional, co-operative, and flexible in line with the requirements of Science Ltd.
• The working day is from 9 am to 5 pm, 5 days a week (Monday to Friday)

Please include a copy of your portfolio with your application.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £25,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person