As a Scenic Painter, you will need to master following:

• adapt sets
• adapt to artists' creative demands
• define set painting methods
• interpret artistic intentions
• maintain theatre equipment
• maintain theatre sets
• maintain workshop space
• paint sets
• prevent fire in a performance environment
• transfer designs
• understand artistic concepts
• use genre painting techniques
• work safely with chemicals

More generally, a scenic painter is also versed in:

• follow safety procedures when working at heights
• keep up with trends
• meet deadlines
• prepare personal work environment
• translate artistic concepts to technical designs
• use personal protection equipment
• work ergonomically
• work with respect for own safety

It also helps to know the following:

• manage technical resources stock
• organise workshop space
• plan workshop activity
• support a designer in the developing process
• develop professional network
• keep personal administration
• manage consumables stock
• manage personal professional development
• perform first fire intervention
• use moulding techniques