Property Master (Seasonal 35+ hours per week May to August)

Wolf Trap Foundation For The Performing Arts

Job Location:

Vienna, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 26 - 30

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Work Schedule:	To be discussed with hiring manager
Position Location:	100% On-site
Pay Rate:	Pay rate starts at $26-30/hr. (based on experience) and is overtime eligible. Position is paid biweekly as W2 employment. Housing is available for select candidates.
Benefits:	403(b) Retirement Plan; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: Position is seasonal; 35 hours per week; from May through the end of August. Early hiring to assist with scene shop opening and setup is available for candidates who can start before May 1st. Start and end dates can be flexible dependent on show requirements. Eligible candidates may start as early as February / March 2026 to assist with pre-season preparations.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Props Master is responsible for sourcing building and crafting all stage props for the Wolf Trap Opera summer season. The Props Master will work closely with the Technical Director Director and Designer to plan and deliver all rehearsal and finished props. Candidates should have strong organizational skills and be able to work independently. Sensitivity to budgeting asset management and artistry is critical to this role.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for working directly with artistic staff and the Technical Director to plan procure and execute all stage props for the seasons productions.
Maintain a props budget report spending to the TD & Director of Production.
Lead the Props Crew.
Mentor the Props Apprentice.
Attend rehearsal as needed.
Assist with strike.
Help to restore the Barns at the end of the season.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

Prior props experience
Strong knowledge of theatrical production.
Competency with excel.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Sensitivity and commitment to the mission of Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts.

Were pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia Maryland or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia Maryland or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation.

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.

DescriptionWork Schedule:To be discussed with hiring managerPosition Location:100% On-sitePay Rate:Pay rate starts at $26-30/hr. (based on experience) and is overtimeeligible. Position is paid biweekly as W2 employment. Housing isavailable for select candidates.Benefits:403(b) Retirement Plan; Compl...

Description

Work Schedule:	To be discussed with hiring manager
Position Location:	100% On-site
Pay Rate:	Pay rate starts at $26-30/hr. (based on experience) and is overtime eligible. Position is paid biweekly as W2 employment. Housing is available for select candidates.
Benefits:	403(b) Retirement Plan; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for working directly with artistic staff and the Technical Director to plan procure and execute all stage props for the seasons productions.
Maintain a props budget report spending to the TD & Director of Production.
Lead the Props Crew.
Mentor the Props Apprentice.
Attend rehearsal as needed.
Assist with strike.
Help to restore the Barns at the end of the season.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS:

Prior props experience
Strong knowledge of theatrical production.
Competency with excel.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
Sensitivity and commitment to the mission of Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts.