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Organizational Overview

Currently celebrating its 90th anniversary, 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. 

Audio Video Supervisor

The Audio Video Supervisor will be in charge of all the sound and video needs for the season spanning across two stages. This is a full-time, year-around position paying $40,000/yr plus a benefits package, matching 401k and housing.

Gilliam Stage Electrician

The Gilliam Stage Electrician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of Barter’s Gilliam Stage electrical systems, ETC IonXE console operation and programming, and to assist the Resident Lighting Designer and Master Electrician with operation of the electrics department. The opportunity to design lighting for Barter Player productions is available, but not required. This is a full time, exempt position salaried at $706/wk. Benefits and housing included. Contract dates May 13th, 2024 – Dec 29th, 2024

Gilliam Stage Carpenter

The Stage Carpenter’s primary responsibilities are maintaining the integrity of the scenery once in performances and changing over the scenery (“repping”) between shows. This employee is responsible for leading this process in an efficient and safe manner. If needed, this employee works in conjunction with stage management to help run the show. When no shows are in performance and/or the above responsibilities are not required of the Stage Carpenter, the employee will work in the scene shop. This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position making $15.00/hr. Contract dates are March 25 – December 29, 2024. Housing and benefits included.

Props Carpentry Journeyman

The Props Carpentry Journeyman is responsible for the safe construction, installation, maintaining, and removal of props as directed by the Props Master and Assistant Props Master. This employee will work as part of a team of artisans to construct the props in an accurate manner in accordance with show needs and designer specifications. This is a 24 week, non-exempt position making $15/hr. Housing is included. Contract dates are May 20th through Sept 20, 2024.

Assistant Scenic Artist

The Assistant Scenic Artist is responsible for assisting the Charge Artist in completing the painting and finishing effects of scenery. The Assistant Scenic Artist assists the Charge Artist with painting and sculpting sets/scenes, as well as completing other duties as assigned by the Charge Artist or Technical Director. This is a full-time, non-exempt position making $15/hr. Contract dates are February 19 – November 24, 2024. Housing and benefits included.

Stagehand

The Stagehand’s primary responsibilities are maintaining the integrity of the scenery once in performances and changing over the scenery (“repping”) between shows. This employee is responsible for working with the Stage Carpenter to conduct this process in an efficient and safe manner. If needed, this employee works in conjunction with stage management to help run the show. When no shows are in performance and/or the above responsibilities are not required of the Stagehand, the employee will work in the scene shop. This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position making $14.00/hr. Contract dates are May 6 – December 29, 2024. Housing and benefits included.

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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