Props & Paints Apprentice
About The Position
Trinity Repertory Company’s apprenticeship program offers intensive professional training at a Tony Award-winning regional theater. Apprentices are an integral part of our theater company, serving alongside our staff in artistic, administrative, and production-based departments. The apprentice program is seeking artists and professionals aged 21 and above who aspire to launch careers in theater. Apprentices will learn on the job for approximately 35 weeks. The Props & Paints Apprentice works as part of the prop and paint shop. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, willing to help, and a team player. They must be able to work at high heights, on extension and A-frame ladders, and be able to lift 25 lbs. The main objective of this program is to teach apprentices through hands-on experience in a safe, fast-paced working environment. The apprentice will learn professional standards and work with the shop managers to create beautiful and safe scenery and properties. When the schedule allows, there may be opportunities to learn other skills such as welding, furniture construction, and rigging, etc.
Requirements
- 21+ years of age
- Basic familiarity with tools and construction techniques
- Basic sewing skills (hand sewing and industrial machine)
- Basic knowledge of hand props
- Computer skills/Photoshop to create paper props
- Comfortable working at heights up to 25feet
- Ability to lift 25 lbs.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
Benefits
- $16/hour in 2026, $17/hour in 2027, for 40 hours/week
- Paid time off, including floating holidays, personal days, sick time, and 5 days of vacation
- Six available spots in Trinity Rep’s provided apprentice housing among nine apprentice positions. Local applicants with existing housing encouraged to apply.
- For those in Trinity Rep provided housing, utilities provided (heat, electricity, water, & Wi-Fi). This is a taxable benefit.
- Complimentary tickets to all productions
- Invitation to opening night performances and reception
- Monthly professional development and seminar series
- Eligible for Trinity Rep health insurance – employee contribution is $60/month, subject to change July 1, 2026
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Staff discount on Trinity Rep concessions and merchandise
- Opportunity to take free acting classes
- Strong community of staff and former interns/apprentices
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
