Work Schedule:	To be discussed with hiring manager; Some evenings and weekends required dependent on show schedule.
Position Location:	100% On-site
Pay Rate:	Pay rate starts at $21-$25/hr. (based on experience) and is overtime eligible. Position is paid biweekly as W2 employment. Housing is NOT provided for this position.
Benefits:	403(b) Retirement Plan; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop

 

 

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: Position is seasonal; 35+ hours per week; from May through the end of August.  Early hiring to assist with scene shop opening and setup is available for candidates who can start before May 1st. Start and end dates can be flexible dependent on show requirements.  Eligible candidates may start as early as February / March 2026 to assist with pre-season preparations.

 

POSITION SUMMARY: The Props Assistant will work with the Props Master to plan, procure, and execute all necessary props for the Wolf Trap Opera summer season.  Props Assistants will help to maintain the props shop and keep a clean safe working environment.  Some evenings and weekends required dependent on show schedule. 

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Props Master as they plan, procure, and execute all stage props for the season’s productions.


• Help to mentor the Props Apprentice.


• Assist with strike.


• Help to maintain a clean and safe scene shop.


• Help to restore the Barns at the end of the season.