Props Designer / General Technician

Location: Greenbrier Valley Theatre, Lewisburg, West Virginia
Reports To: Technical Director

About Greenbrier Valley Theatre (GVT)
Greenbrier Valley Theatre is proud to be the State Professional Theatre of West Virginia, dedicated to producing high-quality live performances that enrich our community. Our 2026 season will consist of Ripcord, The Greenbrier Ghost, Tuesdays with Morrie, The Mousetrap, and Miracle on 34th Street: The Live Musical Radio Play and we are seeking a creative and versatile General Technician/ Prop Designer to support both the technical and design aspects of our shows over a 8-month contract.

Position Overview
Greenbrier Valley Theatre is seeking a resourceful, detail-oriented, and collaborative General Technician / Prop Designer for the 2026 mainstage season. In this dual-role position, you will provide technical support while also contributing your creative skills to the design, fabrication, and maintenance of props and scenic elements for our productions. The successful candidate will work closely with the Technical Director, directors, and design team to ensure that every production reflects our commitment to excellence and safety.

Key Responsibilities
Provide technical support during set construction, rehearsals, performances, and strikes, ensuring all equipment and stage elements are safely installed and maintained.

Assist in designing, fabricating, and installing props and scenic elements according to production requirements and design specifications.

Collaborate with the Technical Director, directors, and design team to interpret design drawings and technical plans.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workshop and storage area for props and materials.

Monitor prop inventory and coordinate repairs or replacements as needed to support production demands.

Support load-ins, load-outs, and strikes during production runs, adapting to variable schedules that may include evenings, weekends, and peak production periods.

Work backstage as run crew for productions as assigned

Required Experience + Skills

Demonstrated experience in prop design, scenic construction, or general theatre production.

Proficiency in carpentry, fabrication, and painting techniques with the ability to work with various materials.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, and design plans.

Physical capability to lift, move, and construct sets and use of ladders + vertical mast lifts, including the ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs.

Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Flexibility to work variable hours, including evenings and weekends as production schedules demand.

Be able to successfully pass a background check.

Preferred Experience + Skills
A degree in Theatre, Design, or a related field is preferred.

Experience working in a professional theatre environment.

Knowledge of modern prop fabrication techniques and materials.

Familiarity with safety protocols and best practices in a technical theatre setting.

Employment Details
Salary range for this position is $500 per week for the 8-month contract

Out of town seasonal hires receive a private bedroom with a shared bathroom, living and kitchen space within walking distance of the theatre. Housing is furnished, and basic kitchen supplies and bedding are provided. There is access to complimentary laundry facilities and wifi.

A travel stipend of $150 will be offered for this position.

The contract begins April 13, 2026 and concludes on December 22, 2026.

This is a full-time position requiring a variable schedule to meet production demands, including day, weekend, and evening hours. Compensation on a standard 40-hour work week. Overtime is paid in accordance with state and federal law with managerial approval.

US work authorization is required.

All seasonal employees must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.

Apply
To apply, please email your application and include the position you are applying for in the subject line. We ask that you apply for one position only.

Your application should include a brief cover letter sharing your interest in the role, a current resume, and three professional references. While not required, applicants are welcome to include links to a portfolio or personal website if they feel it supports their application.

The deadline to apply is March 8, 2026 at 5 PM EST.

No phone calls, please.