On stage and off, Nashville Repertory Theatre employs more than 100 local people annually to bring its work to fruition. In addition to full-time positions, there are also opportunities for internships and auditions with Nashville Rep.

Employment Opportunities

Part Time Props Artisan 

Reports to: Props Manager/Artisan
Status: Part-Time 

Position Overview 

This role supports the creation, sourcing, modification, and maintenance of props for our production season. The ideal candidate is collaborative, resourceful, and experienced in theatrical production processes. 

Key Responsibilities 

● Build, craft, and modify props based on designer specifications 

● Source, shop for, and/or rent props within budget guidelines 

● Assist in prop pulls from stock and organization of storage areas 

● Maintain and repair props throughout rehearsal and performance runs 

● Collaborate with Props Manager,, Scenic Designer, and other production staff 

● Participate in load-ins, tech rehearsals, and strike of props as needed 

● Ensure safe handling and use of tools, materials, and prop elements 

● Assist Technical Director with back painting scenery items if needed 

Qualifications 

● Experience in theatrical props, scenic construction, or related field 

● Strong crafting skills (woodworking, painting, sewing, or sculpting preferred) 

● Ability to interpret design drawings and research historical or stylistic details 

● Excellent time management and organizational skills 

● Ability to work both independently and as part of a team 

Compensation & Scheduling 

Compensation: $20/hr 

Scheduling:

  • August 17th-September 25th 2026 

  • October 12th-November 25th 2026 

  • January 18th-January 29th 2027 

  • March 1st-March 31st 2027 

Work is at our offices and shop at Nashville PBS on a Monday-Friday 9am-5pm schedule with 1 hour unpaid lunch break. Some days may be at our performance venue, TPAC, with longer work day.

To apply, please email your resume to nashvillerep@nashvillerep.org. Please include “Props Artisan” as the subject line.

Theatre Apprenticeship Program

The Nashville Repertory Theatre Apprenticeship Program is committed to training future generations of Nashville theater professionals. Applicants should be highly motivated individuals who have already acquired strong basic training and expertise in the theater arts and are looking to explore their field further through meaningful hands-on experience.  Previous experience could include educational, community/semi-professional theatre, and/or other professional theatre settings. 

Applications are currently closed.

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Nashville Repertory Theatre provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Nashville Repertory Theatre complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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