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 12 productions across 3 unique stages ranging from Broadway musicals to Shakespeare to American Classics and New Works that are entertaining, inclusive, and impactful. 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 change in our community. It is important that our hiring practices reflect our ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion 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 Assistant Properties Director is responsible for assisting the Properties Director in the budgeting, and procurement of all props and set decoration for Milwaukee Rep productions and events. They will assist the Properties Director in the maintenance of department financial records, inventories, and record keeping as well as managing all properties rentals. Other duties include assisting in the preparation of budget documents, cost estimates, prop research, and material ordering.

Major Duties and Responsibilities Include:
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Work with the Properties Director to create and monitor progress on the day-to-day list of priorities for each production
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Assist the Properties Director in developing and maintaining departmental paperwork including but not limited to budgeting, invoicing, shipping, calendars, production records
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Participate in prop materials and equipment purchasing, research online and local acquisition
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Receive, review and respond to Production Notes provided by Stage Management
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Assist in the scheduling of personnel and resources for all builds, load-ins, strikes and work calls
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Assist in the inventory, storage and database management of departmental stock and materials for internal use and external rentals
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Manage the logistics of all external prop rentals
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Work with designers and directors to make cost effective design choices
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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 for all productions and events
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Maintain communication with other production area heads regarding cross-departmental projects
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Receive and distribute prop notes during rehearsal and tech of all productions
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Participate in all load-ins, technical rehearsals, strikes and work calls as required by Properties Director
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Maintain a clean and safe work area
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Attend regular shop and company meetings
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Participate in Curtain Call Ball and educational and outreach events as needed
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Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or Experience ▪ College degree preferred, but not required.
▪ 3 years+rsquo; experience with increasing responsibility at a professional theatre with proven leadership ability
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
+bull; The ideal candidate will have properties experience in at least two of the following areas:
o Woodworking, furniture building and repair, and metal working
o Soft goods, sewing skills, upholstery
o Casting and molding, sculpting, and carving
o Experience with small motors, mechanisms and electronics
o Scenic painting and finishing techniques
o Graphics and ephemera
+bull; Capacity to solve problems and engage in creative thinking about challenges individually and in a group environment, while
being able to accept and incorporate feedback.
+bull; Knowledge of the artistic process and excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and diplomacy skills
+bull; Ability to read and interpret working technical drawings
+bull; Working knowledge of decorative history and period styles.
+bull; Well-developed communication, organization, and research skills.
+bull; Aptitude and eagerness to learn new skills and processes when necessary
+bull; Ability to operate company vehicles including 26+rsquo; box trucks.
+bull; Must have a valid drivers+rsquo; license and be approved by the Theatres insurance company.
+bull; Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including database implementation and management
+bull; Ability to work in a fast-paced and quickly changing environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
+bull; Ability to be self-directed and take initiative
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here 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.
+bull; Specific vision abilities required by the job include: Ability to discern color, close vision, and the ability to discern fine detail
+bull; Must be able to lift, push, and pull 40 Lbs. without assistance
+bull; Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
+bull; Available for weekend and evening hours as required

Milwaukee Rep Values Employees Who:
+bull; Communicate well with a diverse group of colleagues.
+bull; Demonstrate an aptitude and eagerness to learn new skills and processes when necessary.
+bull; Solve problems and engage in creative thinking about challenges individually and in a group environment.
+bull; Are able to accept and incorporate feedback.
+bull; Have excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and diplomacy skills and ability to be self-directed and take initiative.
+bull; Demonstrate a commitment to our mission, and core values both in the workplace and in our community. Learn more
about our mission and core values here.

BENEFITS OFFERED
Employee Benefits
Health + Dental Insurance +ndash; Employee contribution to premium
Health Savings Account + Health Reimbursement Account
Flexible Spending Account
403(b) Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off Package including Vacation Time, Sick Leave, Holidays, Parental Leave, Medical Leave

TO APPLY
Required Materials: Online Application, Resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 professional references.
Deadline: Deadline to apply is Thursday, June 11, 2026. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis thereafter
until the position is filled. To maintain an equitable process, everyone must apply online. Any candidate who
requires accommodations to submit an online application should contact careers@milwaukeerep.com