Production Assistant

Position Overview
Job Title: Production Assistant
Reports to: Production Stage Manager
FLSA Status: Seasonal Full Time, hourly, Non exempt
Compensation Rate: $14.50 per hour
Benefits: Medical + Supplemental Insurance, 401k, PTO, Company Recognized Holidays, Barter
Partnership Programs + Discounts, Housing
DATES: 3 open positions, starting Mar. 17, Mar. 31, and Apr 14. All contracts end Dec 28, 2025

Position Summary
Barter Theatre seeks (Production Assistants) to be a part of the stage management team of 8 working on
our 13 show season. Production Assistants will work closely with the AEA Stage Management staff
during rehearsals and performances. They will be called upon to fill different run crew roles and also be
involved in the changeover of sets between shows. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership, be
willing to learn, able to work well with others, and have stage management skills. This is a full time
position involving six days of work per week and includes work at night, and on weekends. Able to Lift
40lbs.

Responsibilities
During rehearsals - assisting the AEA SM staff.
● Help create and maintain safe space.
● Taping out ground plan.
● Presetting and tracking props, set pieces and costume pieces, and resetting at end of day
● Being on book, help create paperwork.
During tech and performances +ndash; may be in costume.
● Help create and maintain safe space.
● Set up prop tables, chairs for crew and actors.
● Transfer spikes from rehearsal hall and maintain through run.
● If on deck run scene changes and props.
● Relay all notes about sets, props, safety, facilities etc. to AEA SM staff
● May run follow spot.
Post Show
● Put props away.
● Change over to opposite show running in rep when applicable.
● Assist the stage management department in the day to day running of the theatre which
may include, but is not limited to special events, actor/designer transportation (ie to
airport in Tri Cities), assisting in other departments.

Qualification + Experience
Relevant experience and/or degree is desired.

Organizational Overview
Currently celebrating its 91st year, Barter Theatre is a repertory company of resident artists dedicated to
serving others by creating world-class theater in the heart of Appalachia. Barter+rsquo;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.

To Apply
To apply for this position, please submit a current resume, cover letter, and three references to
craebel@bartertheatre.com (she/her). The cover letter should include why this position and organization are attractive to you and what you feel you bring to the table that makes you a great fit for Barter Theatre.