Position: Prop Department Overhire

Department: Properties

Reports to: Properties Director

Status: Seasonal, Short-Term, Part-Time

Compensation: $15.00 Hourly

Deadline to Apply: Applications reviewed as received

ABOUT MILWAUKEE REP

Milwaukee Rep is the largest performing arts organization in Wisconsin in terms of audiences served and one of the largest professional theaters in the country. Each year we welcome nearly 300,000 people at 700 performances of 13 productions across 3 unique stages ranging from Broadway musicals to Shakespeare to American Classics and New Works that are entertaining, inclusive, and impactful. Every season requires a talented and diverse team of people on and off stage. Come join us at Milwaukee Rep where we value inclusion, innovation, and quality and where you will have an impact in helping us to fulfill our mission to ignite positive in the community. It is important that our hiring practices reflect our ongoing commitment to diversity and anti-racism and we strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. We are further committed to considering applicants who are well-rounded but do not fulfill every qualification.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Prop Dept. Overhire will support the operations in the Props Department, including but not limited to: general departmental upkeep, acquisition of materials and supplies, and the construction and maintenance of props, set decoration, and decorative elements of Milwaukee Rep productions. They will assist on the shop floor in the construction of prop elements as needed and may assist in prop load-ins, work calls and strikes. Primary duties include the assisting staff artisans in the construction of props including fake food, paper props, sculpture, fabric crafts, light carpentry and metalwork.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Execute the construction and finish of props and craft elements including but not limited to leather work, miniatures, fake food, sculpture, fabric crafts and prop restoration and finish for all productions and events
• Communicate regularly with the Properties Director and other Prop Staff members to coordinate departmental efforts in the production of props, set decoration and decorative elements
• Attend to prop craft and finish notes during rehearsal and tech of all productions
• Assist in the maintenance, inventory, upkeep and storage of departmental stock and materials
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Additional duties as required s

SCHEDULE

This position works 10 to 40 hours a week, based on candidate availability and shop needs. The bulk of the work hours will happen during regular business hours, with some nights and weekends to accommodate for show-specific needs. Candidates with immediate availability and consistent schedule will be given preference.

TO APPLY

Required Materials: Online Application, Resume, Photo or Video examples of past work

Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis thereafter until the position is filled.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. Any candidate who requires accommodations to submit an online application should contact lmerwin@milwaukeerep.com

Milwaukee Repertory Theater is committed to creating a culturally diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Additionally, any physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Technical Knowledge and Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in a wide variety of prop construction techniques with attention to detail
• Work history that demonstrates an ability to multitask, troubleshoot, and adapt quickly.
• Valid US drivers license and ability to drive company cargo van preferred

Milwaukee Rep Values Employees Who:

• Communicate well with a diverse group of colleagues
• Demonstrate an aptitude and eagerness to learn new skills and processes when necessary
• Solve problems and engage in creative thinking about challenges individually and in a group environment
• Are able to accept and incorporate feedback
• Have excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and diplomacy skills and ability to be self-directed and take initiative
• Demonstrates an understanding of historical and institutional racism in the American theatre and/or a willingness to commit to learning and to the mission, vision, and values of the theater in areas of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts both in the workplace and in our community

COVID Policy

• Milwaukee Rep has a mandated vaccine policy and requires all employees to submit proof of vaccination for COVID-19. If you have chosen not to become vaccinated for medical or religious reasons, and you are requesting to be excluded from the vaccination requirement for such reasons, you must submit documentation supporting your request, after which Milwaukee Rep will review the circumstances and let you know whether it will offer some accommodation to you