Scenic Art Apprentice

Assist in the creation of all scenery requirements using a wide range of techniques, materials and finishes Put all skills gained in training into practice in the workshop environment Keep up to date with any new and improved painting techniques, materials or ways of working Receive training and advice in all health and safety requirements Maintain a clean and orderly working environment Attend regular meetings with line manager, mentor and the Apprenticeships Manager to review progress Create and maintain a scenic sketch book documenting your learning Maintain a learning log book and submit regular written progress reports to the Apprenticeships Manager Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Scenic Painters Senior Manager or Apprenticeships Manager

Training:
You will be based at the Royal Ballet and Opera’s purpose-built
production workshop on the High House Production Park in
Purfleet, Essex but may be required at other designated venues and at the Royal Opera House Covent Garden The apprenticeship will be split between the Royal Ballet and Oprea and Access Creative College Some learning blocks will be delivered by RADA

Training Outcome:
Able to secure entry level Scenic Art role or similar in the creative industries Translate designs into 2D and 3D scenery suitable for productions in theatre or film art department

Employer Description:
We bring together the world’s most extraordinary artists in live, streamed and broadcast events and performances that thrill, move and excite; that transport people to other worlds. Our theatres are in London’s Covent Garden but our work is accessed and experienced across the UK and globally through touring partnerships, cinema programmes, free outdoor screenings, radio, TV and live-streaming.

Working Hours :
The working week is 42.5 hours, usually 8:00am - 4:30pm. Shifts TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Team working,interest in theatre,Helpful, Positive Proactive,Punctual,Manage own workload,Self-motivated,Strong creative art skills