charge artist & Set Painting
A Charge Artist is responsible for the painting and surface treatment of all scenic elements for a production. This often includes creating faux finishes, texturing for things like stone or tree bark, and replicating aging or damage in order to achieve the proper look required for the production. A Charge Artist is a team player, has artistic vision, and has a solid understanding of paint and other surface finishes.
A variety of opportunities to assist the charge artist are also available depending on the needs of a particular production.