Employment

Virginia Repertory Theatre is seeking a passionate and mission‑driven Managing Director to lead the organization through its recently-announced 26/27 season and into a bright future. This is a time of rapid growth and change for Virginia Rep, with all the benefits and challenges connected thereto.  The next Managing Director will have the opportunity to steward this storied institution while strengthening organizational health, community impact, and long‑term sustainability.

About Virginia Rep

Created from the merger of Theatre IV and the Barksdale Theatre, Virginia Repertory Theatre is central Virginia’s largest professional theatre company and the centerpiece of the Richmond theatre scene. Virginia Rep performs a 7 show season across three venues; the 550-seat November Theater, The Theatre Gym, and at the historic Hanover Tavern. The company also supports a robust educational division providing classes, camps, and in-community programs serving youth and teens.

During the 23/24 Season, Virginia Rep went through a financial crisis as a result of the aftermath of the pandemic, inflationary pressures, and a changing audience marketplace. As part of the 24/25 season the “Save the Rep” campaign provided the resources to stabilize the organization, and in the 25/26 season the company has taken huge steps forward with record ticket sales and renewed community engagement.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Managing Director (MD) works in co-leadership with the Artistic Director, and serves as the chief Managing and administrative leader of the organization. The MD is responsible for overall strategy, operations, financial stewardship, fundraising, people and culture, and community engagement, while working in close partnership with artistic leadership to ensure excellence on the stage and in the classroom.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides strategic and operational leadership aligned with the organizational mission and values.
• Provides strong financial oversight.
• Operates as the chief revenue officer, ensuring diverse revenue streams, robust ticket sales, and new revenue enhancing programs.
• In partnership with Development, drives comprehensive fundraising, sponsorship and grant program development and strategy.
• Fosters a healthy, inclusive, and professional workplace culture grounded in respect, accountability and collaboration.
• Serves along with the AD as the leading public representatives of Virginia Rep, strengthening its visibility, reputation and community impact, as well as that of the Richmond region.
• Collaborate closely with artistic leadership to align artistic vision with organizational capacity

Qualifications

Required

• Senior leadership experience in a nonprofit, arts, or mission‑driven organization with broad operational responsibility.
• Demonstrated success in organizational leadership, financial management, organizational health.
• Strong leadership skills with a commitment to healthy, inclusive cultures.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA)
• A bachelor’s degree in business, arts administration, non profit management or substantial industry-relevant experience required.

Leadership Attributes

• Steady and principled: able to lead with calm, clarity, and integrity
• People centered: values trust, respect and healthy working relationships.
• Collaborative: skilled at partnerships with all stakeholders (community members, sponsors, artists, staff)
• Mission Driven: deeply committed to the role of the theatre and arts in the region

Compensation $120,000-140,000 per annum

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.

How To Apply:

Please send a CV, letter of interest, and three references to employment@virginiarep.org.  Include the words “Managing Director Search” in your subject line. No phone calls will be accepted. Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

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 General Technician reports to the Production Manager and collaborates with Department Heads as a member of the production staff to implement all technical production needs for our full season of programming and events.

Applicants should have a combined range of skills in at least two of the following areas:

• CARPENTRY – Assist the scenic staff in construction, installation and strike of all scenic elements and participates in shop maintenance and organization. Applicants should possess basic knowledge of theatrical carpentry, proficiency with hand and power tools, and ability to read construction drafting.
• ELECTRICS – Assist the Production Electrician with general organization and maintenance of all lighting equipment, hang, focus, programming and supervision of student crew for each production. Applicants should possess basic knowledge of theatrical lighting systems and equipment (fixtures, ETC Ion console, cabling), and be comfortable working at heights.
• SOUND/PROJECTION – Assists the A/V Supervisor with general organization and maintenance of all A/V equipment, system set up and programming for all productions. Applicants should possess basic working knowledge of a wide range of A/V equipment (wired/wireless microphones, speakers, amps, analog and digital consoles, QLab, projection equipment and software), and have some experience mixing live sound for productions.
• SCENIC PAINTING – Assists the Scenic Charge with advancing scenic elements through the paint process by base coating and applying scenic paint treatments as instructed. Applicants should possess basic scenic painting knowledge, including color mixing and some paint techniques. Please submit portfolio of work with cover letter and resume.
• PROPS – Assists the Props Supervisor in procuring or fabricating all furniture, set dressing and hand props for all productions. Applicants should possess basic research, construction and sewing skills. Please submit portfolio of work with cover letter and resume.

Responsibilities:

• Work as part of a team under the supervision of the Production Manager to complete daily tasks as assigned associated with producing live theatre
• Participate in the construction, rehearsals, load-in, performances, maintenance and strike of all elements for multiple shows in multiple venues as assigned
• Participate in the upkeep and cleanliness of work spaces and maintenance of equipment and shop facilities in order to maintain an efficient and safe work environment
• Participate in running crew positions on productions as assigned

Qualifications:

• Personable, positive and culturally competent team player who is committed to collaborating in a safe, friendly and inclusive work environment
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Working theatrical knowledge in the Technician’s areas of focus
• Working knowledge of drafting software and ability to read CAD drafting of ground plans, sections, and elevations
• Comfortable with power and hand tools associated with work in each department
• Working knowledge of Microsoft and Google software
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks as instructed
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record preferred
• Ability to troubleshoot and adapt
• Understanding of industry safety and OSHA regulations for live performances
• Comfortable working at heights on ladders, lifts, fly rail and grid
• Ability to lift up to 40-50 pounds and work in low light situations

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

This position is eligible for annual and sick leave, participation in company health, life, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as our 403(b) retirement plan. Starting salary is $36,000-$40,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Overtime, if incurred, will be paid at time and a half in this non-exempt position. Employment begins on or around August 11, 2026 and is a continuing full time, on-site staff position.

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.