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PROPERTIES ARTISAN / PAINTER

Barter Theatre seeks a Properties Artisan/Painter to be a part of a three person prop shop (Prop Master, Master Carpenter, Props Artisan/Painter) to finish out our 2025 season. This position will primarily be focused on the creation and acquisition of hand props, soft goods, and prop painting. From July – November we will prop and open 8 shows ranging from Musicals to small two person shows. We work a 40 hour work week, Monday – Friday, with some OT/Weekends occasionally required. The Artisan will work in conjunction with the Prop Master and the Master Carpenter to fulfill all design requirements and show maintenance, as well as assisting with keeping the shop and storage organized and functional.

This position would start as soon as Jul 21, 2025 and runs through Nov 21, 2025 .

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Organizational Overview

Barter Theatre is a repertory company of resident artists dedicated to serving others by creating world-class theater in the heart of Appalachia with an operating budget of $6M. Barter’s vision is to maintain a sustainable model of producing world-class theater that entertains, engages, and connects artists and audience, while reflecting the inherently Appalachian values of hard work, generosity, service, and story. Barter produces musicals, classic plays, and new work March-December including the nationally renowned initiatives Appalachian Festival of Plays and Playwrights and Black Stories Black Voices. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment
Equal employment opportunity and an inclusive and representative staff are fundamental at Barter Theater. Our employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/preference, political position, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established under law.
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