Airbrush Artist

Company Description LEKTRIK ART is a custom designer and manufacturer of lamps, recognized for creating award-winning themed lighting exhibitions for major attractions and parks worldwide. As the only American-owned lamp manufacturer in this niche and a culturally diverse organization, the company has earned top industry recognition, including the IAAPA Brass Ring Award for lighting excellence. LEKTRIK ART operates internationally through affiliated companies such as Lamp Storm Europe of UK, Zigong Lantern Group, Zigong One World Culture Communication in China, and LEKTRIK ART LTDA of Brazil - enabling effective global collaboration. The company’s rapid expansion process emphasizes speed, innovation, and quality, driving significant growth within the first year of operation. Rebranding from Zigong Lantern Group to LEKTRIK ART reflects its evolving identity and focus on advanced, future-oriented lighting solutions.

Role Description The Airbrush Artist will create high-quality, custom airbrushed finishes for lamp components and themed lighting elements, following design specifications and brand standards. Daily tasks include preparing surfaces, mixing paints, applying airbrush techniques, and ensuring color accuracy and consistency across projects. The role involves collaborating with designers, fabricators, and project managers, meeting production timelines, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace. The Airbrush Artist will also assist with touch-ups, repairs, and quality checks on completed pieces to support exhibition-ready installations.

Qualifications

• Strong airbrush painting skills, including surface preparation, paint mixing, and detailed finishing for 3D objects and lighting components.
• Experience working with various paints, coatings, and materials (e.g., plastics, metals, resins, fabrics) used in fabrication or exhibit design.
• Ability to interpret artistic briefs, concept art, and technical drawings, translating them into consistent visual outcomes.
• Solid understanding of color theory, shading, gradients, and visual effects to achieve themed or immersive environments.
• Attention to detail and quality control, with the ability to spot imperfections and perform precise touch-ups and corrections.
• Comfort working in a production studio environment, including safe use of airbrush equipment, ventilation systems, and PPE.
• Time management skills to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work within a rapid production schedule.
• Collaborative mindset, able to coordinate with designers, fabricators, and project leads while receiving and applying feedback.
• Prior experience in themed entertainment, scenic painting, prop making, or fabrication is highly beneficial.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional training in art, design, scenic painting, or related fields is a plus.