Production Artist
Lf Studios / Lifeformations
Fabricate, assemble, and finish skins, shells, and surfaces for animatronic and exhibit components.
10 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Cincinnati, OH
Office Full-Time
Company Size
57 Employees
Service Specialisms
Animatronics
Immersive Spaces
Interactivity
Specialty Sculpture
Concept Design
Detailed Design
Prototyping
3D Printing and Milling
Sector Specialisms
Animatronics
Immersive Spaces
Interactivity
Specialty Sculpture
Scenic Fabrication
Themed Environments
Architectural Elements
Retail Spaces
Role
What you would be doing
safety
casting
molding
quality tracking
install support
process improvement
- Maintain shop safety guidelines and practices.
- Identify potential ways to improve efficiency.
- Travel to assist on installs.
- Casting parts in various media.
- Produce molding/tooling for various-sized parts.
- Cross-training to develop skillsets and support other departments.
- Complete Surface Quality tracking as required by each project.
What you bring
master modeling
shell fit-up
hand tools
3d print
fiberglass molding
high school
- 1-2 years' minimum experience in a similar role or fabrication shop.
- Master Modeling
- Shell fit-up/assembly and bodywork skills.
- Experience with hand and power tools.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Driver’s license required.
- This position is full-time; must have flexibility in your schedule to allow for extended hours as needed on a project-by-project basis.
- 3D Print and Shell ‘Cleanup’.
- A detail-oriented multitasker with great communication skills and the ability to easily adapt to changing circumstances.
- Working knowledge of fiberglass molding and casting techniques and applications.
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Company
Overview
1990 Founded
Year Established
The studio was founded in 1990 by Gene Poor, initially focusing on trade-show animatronics.
3,000 Animatronics
Total Figures Created
Over three decades, the studio has crafted over 3,000 animatronic figures.
2,000+ Sculptures
Static Artwork
The studio has produced 2,000 static sculptures for various global projects.
100 Animatronics
Large-Scale Project
Completed a project featuring 100+ animatronic figures for Warner Bros. Abu Dhabi.
- Began by crafting trade-show animatronics like the Inspector Clouseau figure.
- Expanded into full scenic fabrication after acquiring Fruland and Bowles in 2010.
- Rebranded as LF Studios in 2023 to showcase multidisciplinary capabilities.
- Work spans theme parks, museums, hospitality venues, and branded entertainment.
- Built a dramatic pirate-ship structure for a Niagara Falls mini-golf course.
- In-house capabilities include concept design, digital sculpting, welding, and show-tech programming.
- Collaboration
- Creative Excellence
- Innovative Problem Solving
- Passion for Design
- Attention to Detail
- Commitment to Quality
- Integrity in All Interactions
2030
Carbon Footprint Target
The company is committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2030 through strategic sustainability initiatives.
- Commitment to sustainable practices
- Focus on minimizing waste
- Efforts towards energy-efficient designs
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