Puppet Painter

Swayboxstudios

New Orleans, LA, United States
On-site
Surface painting on silicone, fabric, and models
Detail-oriented painting with airbrushes and brushes
Color matching and consistency across replicas
Swaybox Studios is seeking a Junior Puppet Painter to support the painting team in bringing puppet and character elements to life for an innovative project in collaboration with major studios. The ideal candidate should have 1-3 years of experience in painting models or puppets, proficiency in various painting techniques, and a strong collaborative spirit

Job Summary

  • Swaybox Studios is collaborating with DC Studios/Warner Bros Pictures Animation and Matt Reeves’ 6th and Idaho on a revolutionary new project.
  • The Junior Puppet Painter will support the painting team by bringing puppet and character elements to life with precise color, detail, and texture.
  • This role involves applying painting techniques such as airbrushing and brushwork to meet high standards of detail required for on-camera appearance.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Swaybox Studios is seeking a Junior Puppet Painter to support the painting team in bringing puppet and character elements to life for an innovative project in collaboration with major studios. The ideal candidate should have 1-3 years of experience in painting models or puppets, proficiency in various painting techniques, and a strong collaborative spirit.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Surface painting on silicone, fabric, and models
  • Detail-oriented painting with airbrushes and brushes
  • Color matching and consistency across replicas
  • Workspace maintenance and inventory tracking
  • On-set touch-ups and repairs

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborate with Puppet and Costume departments
  • Eagerness to support senior team members
  • Actively engage in learning new techniques

Key Requirements

  • 1-3 years of experience in painting models, puppets, or miniatures
  • Basic proficiency in airbrushing, brushwork, and fabric painting
  • Ability to accurately replicate colors and assist with fine detail work
  • Good time management skills to meet production schedules
  • Willingness to learn and take direction

Work Rights

Not specified

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