Employment

The Associate Production Manager plays a key role in supporting Virginia Rep’s season across multiple venues. Reporting to the Production Manager, the APM will collaborate closely with department heads to lead or assist with day-to-day operations and execution of production design for all performance-related programming. This position requires broad knowledge of technical theatre departments, design and build processes, and operating procedures, as well as evening and weekend availability during tech and performance periods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support with maintaining facility and production calendars.
• Provide support with purchasing, budgeting, and expense tracking.
• Provide support with scheduling and facilitating production meetings; attend all design and production meetings and assist with recording and distributing meeting minutes.
• Assist in hiring, scheduling, training and supporting overhire, stage managers and technical crew for productions and rentals.
• Attend and support technical rehearsals, performances and special events as assigned; facilitate group notes sessions, worklists and communication between design personnel and department heads for accurate completion of notes.
• Provide emergency technical support and coverage during performances as required.
• Assist production departments team members with daily work as necessary.
• Provide Company Management support for all programming, to include coordinating all aspects of housing, travel, transportation and personnel support for out-of-town artists working in residency.
• Oversee attendance and payroll reporting for performance companies.
• Coordinate and manage share points for creative and design teams.
• Support department heads with inventory management systems.
• Coordinate site logistics for Theatre Gym residencies, special events and venue rentals.
• Assist in developing, evaluating and implementing department policies and procedures.
• Participate in the set-up and upkeep of rehearsal, performance and general workspaces in order to maintain an efficient and safe work environment.

Qualifications:

• Personable, positive and culturally competent collaborator who is committed to building a safe, friendly and inclusive work environment.
• Minimum 3 years of professional production experience in technical theatre and production management, including carpentry, electrics, scenic art, props, projection, audio and stage management.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to respond to changing circumstances quickly and with positivity.
• Ability to facilitate multiple projects simultaneously, accurately and with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated management and leadership skills, and use of discretion with sensitive information.
• Strong oral and written communication, organizational and computer skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite and Prospero.
• Working knowledge of production software including, lighting, sound, projection and drafting software; proficiency reading CAD drafting of ground plans, sections, elevations and plots, and other supporting paperwork.
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks as instructed and prioritize workflow in accordance with production calendars.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required; ability to drive large vehicles from cargo vans up to 26’ box trucks a plus.
• Ability to troubleshoot, adapt and mentor team members throughout the production process.
• Thorough understanding of industry safety and OSHA regulations for live performances, and ability to identify and correct hazards.
• Familiarity with union contracts (SDC, USA, AEA).
• Ability to participate in event set up and breakdown, including lifting up to 40 pounds alone, extended periods of standing/bending/kneeling/squatting/sitting, working at heights up to 30’ in lifts and on ladders, working in low light situations and occasional loud environments with audio amplification and power tools in use.

Please send a cover letter, resume, applicable portfolio materials, and three references to employment@virginiarep.org with the subject line (your last name) – Associate Production Manager.  No phone calls please.

This is a full time, exempt salaried staff position and is eligible for annual and sick leave, participation in company health, life, dental and vision insurance plans, and retirement plan with company match. Commensurate with experience, the annual salary range for this position is $46,000-$49,000. Employment begins on or around 7/1/26.

Virginia Repertory Theatre is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices and constructing an environment centered around anti-racist and anti-oppressive practices in our daily business. We invite applicants of all identities to apply as we continue to build a strong and diverse staff that represents our whole community.

The Props Supervisor reports to the Production Manager and plays a key role in the implementation of scenic designs across a varied season of programming in multiple venues. The Props Supervisor collaborates with creative and design teams to identify and source furniture, set dressing and props for all productions and events. This position requires a fundamental knowledge of theatrical scenic design, historical periods and design styles, fabrication processes, and a hint of MacGyver style problem solving skills. Work schedules are varied throughout the season and require some evening and weekend hours.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with directors and designers to understand script requirements, design concepts and drafting in order to identify prop needs and generate prop and dressing lists for all productions.
• Deliver rehearsal and final, durable props on schedule and within budget.
• Manage budgets for each production, to include cost out and expense tracking.
• Oversee and implement acquisition of all furniture, dressing and props from inventory or retail sources. Fabricate show specific furniture and props that can’t be purchased, including new construction/modification/restoration, painting/finishing, upholstery and sewing draperies as necessary.
• Organize and maintain the properties inventory, including furniture, dressing and hand props. Collaborate with the Production Electrician on inventory of lighting practicals.
• Attend and Participate in Design and Production Meetings, rehearsals and performances as required.
• Supervise and mentor part-time overhire throughout the season. Maintain accurate daily work schedules and task lists to ensure work is completed by deadlines for incorporation into rehearsal and performance.
• Communicate with stage management throughout the rehearsal process to ensure that rehearsal and performance needs are met.
• Communicate with the creative team to provide necessary inventory, historical and visual research throughout the production process.
• Participate with the staff in supporting photo shoots, interdepartmental projects and special events as needed throughout the season.
• Participate in the set-up and upkeep of rehearsal, performance and general workspaces in order to maintain an efficient and safe work environment.

Qualifications and Desired Skills:

• Personable and culturally competent team player who is committed to collaborating in a safe, friendly and inclusive work environment

• Minimum 3 years of professional production experience in technical theatre, with a focus on scenic and props design and implementation, with demonstrated leadership experience.

• Demonstrated knowledge of theatrical props, including furniture, weapons, consumables, and industry safety procedures.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and clearly across departments and with design personnel.

• Ability to facilitate multiple projects simultaneously, accurately and with attention to detail.

• Strong artistic sense and organizational skills; analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to respond to changing circumstances quickly and with positivity while meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of historical periods and styles accompanied by strong research skills
• Demonstrated construction skills working with wood, metal, casting and other mixed media materials; proficiency with power and hand tools.
• Demonstrated upholstery and soft goods skills, to include hand stitching and machine sewing.
• Basic painting skills; faux finish painting a plus.
• Working knowledge of Google Drive, Microsoft suite, and design/editing software.
• Ability to work independently or with a team, follow verbal instruction, and accurately interpret and build from designer drafting.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, and the ability to drive large vehicles from cargo vans up to box trucks are required.

• Thorough understanding and practice of industry safety and OSHA regulations for live performances, including the ability to identify and correct hazards.
• This work environment requires significant, ongoing work with hands, lifting up to 50 pounds alone, extended periods of standing/bending/kneeling/squatting/sitting, working at heights up to 20’ in lifts and on ladders, working in low light situations and occasional loud environments with audio amplification and power tools in use.
• Positive attitude and desire to work as part of a team.

Please send a cover letter, resume, portfolio, salary history and three references to employment@virginiarep.org with the subject line (your last name) – Props Supervisor.  No phone calls please.

This is a full time, exempt salaried staff position and is eligible for annual and sick leave, participation in company health, life, dental and vision insurance plans, and retirement plan with company match. Commensurate with experience, the annual salary range for this position is $44,000-$46,000. Employment begins on or around 7/1/26.

Virginia Repertory Theatre is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices and constructing an environment centered around anti-racist and anti-oppressive practices in our daily business. We invite applicants of all identities to apply as we continue to build a strong and diverse staff that represents our whole community.