Job Description

THE COMPANY

Colossal Media is an award-winning Brooklyn-based company celebrated for reviving hand-painted outdoor advertising. Founded in 2004 on the ashes of a forgotten art form, we've grown into a premium creative partner for the world's largest brands, agencies, and artists. Our memorable campaigns build curiosity and amplify exposure through dynamic storytelling, redefining and elevating the out-of-home experience. We have a vision for rapid growth and to make this happen, we need you! Many of our campaigns are captured on film to create a timeless story. These videos are a great way for you to learn more about our business and our mission so take a minute to check them out: https://vimeo.com/colossalmedia

THE ROLE

We are looking for a hardworking individual with a strong background in management. In addition to strong people skills applicants should have an appreciation for hand-painted murals and the craftsmanship that goes with it. The Apprentice Training Manager will be an Apprentices first point of contact while embarking on their careers to become sign painters and will oversee all Colossal Media Apprentices the first year of their employment. This position requires a person with a grit and strong work ethic. They should also have the ability to nurture and support a team of painters as they grow their skills. The Apprentice Training Manager will be pivotal for building the next generations of leaders and painters.  

Although we are a hand-painted mural company this position is NOT a painter position. There will be plenty of opportunities to paint on walls but it is not the intent or focus of the Apprentice Training Manager. This is a teaching position based around the fundamentals of our medium.  Outstanding communication both in-person and digitally is a must. Our shop is a fast-paced environment with many moving parts. It is common to work long hours and requires a flexible schedule to ensure all training benchmarks are hit. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and Train Apprentices in the following areas:
  • Rigging 
  • Pre Production 
  • Lettering
  • Shop Upkeep
  • Job Set Up and Breakdown

   

• General maintenance of the shop
• Wall prep and graphic painting in the field
• Collaborate with Operations Team on scheduling needs
• Participate in Apprentice recruitment process

REQUIREMENTS:

The Basics:

• 3-5 years management experience in a related industry
• Project Management experience a plus
• Experience training others 
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Eye for developing and improving processes
• Superior work ethic
• Zero fear of heights 
• Adaptable, persistent, positive, and focused
• A good alarm clock
• Availability to travel up to 1 week per month
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
• Valid driver's license

The Nitty Gritty:

• Naturally live by our pillars: curiosity, awareness, leadership, and craft.
• Speak up with respectful radical candor
• Come to the job with an obsession for excellence
• Be thoughtful, self-reflective, empathetic, and adaptable

TO BE CONSIDERED

• Resume 
• Cover letter; please use your cover letter to highlight experience from your resume life which fulfill the requirements listed above.
• References

Before applying, watch this video to get an idea of what our painters do. For insight into Colossal Media's work, take a few minutes to hear more from our founders in this video.

Company Description

Colossal Media is an award-winning Brooklyn-based company celebrated for reviving hand-painted outdoor advertising. Founded in 2004 on the ashes of a forgotten art form, we've grown into a premium creative partner for the world's largest brands, agencies, and artists. Our memorable campaigns build curiosity and amplify exposure through dynamic storytelling, redefining and elevating the out-of-home experience. We have a vision for rapid growth and to make this happen, we need you! Many of our campaigns are captured on film to create a timeless story. These videos are a great way for you to learn more about our business and our mission so take a minute to check them out: https://vimeo.com/colossalmedia