Property Master (Seasonal; 35+ hours per week; May to August)
TEMPORARY•Vienna•$0k - $0k
About this role
Job Details
Job Location: Wolf Trap HeadQuarters - Vienna, VA 22182
Position Type: Seasonal
Job Category: Opera and Classical Programming
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Work Schedule: |
To be discussed with hiring manager |
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Position Location: |
100% On-site |
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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. |
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Benefits: |
403(b) Retirement Plan; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop |
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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:
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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.
We’re 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 [email protected]. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.
What you'll do
- The Props Master is responsible for sourcing, building, and crafting all stage props for the Wolf Trap Opera summer season. They will work closely with the Technical Director, Director, and Designer to plan and deliver all rehearsal and finished props.
About WOLF TRAP FOUNDATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
As America's National Park for the Performing Arts, Wolf Trap plays a valuable leadership role in both the local and national performing arts communities. Through a wide range of artistic and education programs, Wolf Trap enhances our nation's cultural life and ensures that the arts remain accessible and affordable to the broadest possible audience.
A typical season at Wolf Trap includes something for everyone with performances ranging from pop, country, folk, and blues to orchestra, dance, theater, and opera, as well as innovative performance art and multimedia presentations.
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As a Property Master (Seasonal; 35+ hours per week; May to August) at WOLF TRAP FOUNDATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, you will: the Props Master is responsible for sourcing, building, and crafting all stage props for the Wolf Trap Opera summer season. They will work closely with the Technical Director, Director, and Designer to plan and deliver all rehearsal and finished props..
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