current PRODUCTION job openings

GRSF is looking to fill select Production positions for its 2026 repertory season.  Below is a list of these professional job openings, qualifications, and duties. If interested in any of these available positions please send a resume, cover letter, and three references to production@grsf.org detailing which position you are interested in. Please allow time for submissions to be processed.

We are also looking to fill select apprenticeship positions in the Production department. If you are looking for an educational experience where you are mentored by experienced professionals in the industry, scroll down to find further information about our apprentice positions.

PROPS ASSISTANT

This position reports to the Props Designer and requires someone with experience in props construction. This position includes aiding the props designer in creating and modifying props, taking part in props run crew, and aiding with the set up and strike of all props and prop shop spaces.

Job Duties:

• Assist in the creation and modification of all props

• Assist the Props Designer with tracking of receipts

• Maintain props throughout the season

• Participate in props run crew throughout the run of shows

Qualifications:

This job requires someone who is punctual, able to take direction, and work independently.

• At least two years of collegiate or professional experience in props design/construction or equivalent experience

• Knowledge and ability to use basic power tools safely

• Basic scenic painting experience

• Basic sewing skills

• Run crew experience

• Organizational and time management skills

CARPENTER/CREW SUPERVISOR

This position reports to the Technical Director during the build and tech process, and works with the Production Manager during the run of the productions to supervise the rest of the crew during changeovers and work notes sessions.

Job Duties:

• Assist in creating, building, purchasing, modifying, and maintaining scenery for the mainstage shows

• Participate in the load-in and strike of all GRSF equipment and materials

• Work with the Technical Director to aid in modifications and maintenance of the Arts Recreations Center as time allows

• Serve as crew swing for all mainstage shows, including learning all crew tracks on all mainstage shows and covering those tracks as needed

• Maintain all scenery during run of shows

• Participate in all changeovers between performances

• Organize all scenic, props, lighting, and sound changeovers and strikes with the Production Manager and relevant shop heads

• Supervise scenic, props, lighting, and sound crews in executing changeovers

Qualifications:

This job requires someone who is punctual, solution oriented, able to take direction, work independently, and lead others.

• At least three years of collegiate or professional experience in carpentry or equivalent experience

• Knowledge and ability to use power tools safely

• Run crew experience

• Organizational and time management skills

• Driver’s license preferred

• Experience leading a crew is preferred

DRAPER

This position reports to the Costume Shop Manager, and requires someone with experience working in a costume shop.

Job Duties:

• Meet with Costume Designers to discuss renderings and vision for the show.

• Analyze renderings, Drape/Pattern, tailor, and/or other specialized artisan tasks that are required for the successful and timely realization of the costume designs

• Assist in the altering of purchased/pulled costume pieces as needed

• Instruct the First Hand in the cutting/layout of garments

• Plan build assignments for the Costume Apprentices, First Hand/Stitcher with the Costume Shop Manager

• Assign daily tasks to the Costume Apprentices, First Hand/Stitcher

• Attend actor measurements and costume fittings as necessary

• Attend technical rehearsals, production meetings and other meetings as needed

• Notify Costume Shop Manager of supply needs

• Provide Costume Shop Manager with yardage estimates for builds

Qualifications:

This position requires someone who is punctual, able to take initiative, able to take direction, is detail oriented, works well under pressure, and can mentor others effectively.

• Three plus years of experience working in a costume shop or equivalent experience

• Previous experience working as a First Hand or Draper

• Previous experience of a leadership role in a costume shop

• Proficient knowledge of costume shop equipment and techniques

• Proficient in costume cutting, draping, and patterning

• Ability to multitask effectively

FIRST HAND

This position reports to the Costume Shop Manager, and requires someone with experience working in a costume shop.

Job Duties:

• Cut, construct, and finish costumes and accessories as envisioned by the Costume Designers

• Light pattern-making, tailoring, and/or other specialized artisan tasks

• Attend costume fittings and assist in taking actor measurements

• Alter purchased/pulled costumes

• Instruct, mentor and supervise Costume Apprentices in the proper way each project must be constructed, and finished

Qualifications:

This position requires someone punctual, able to take direction, works well with a team, is detail oriented, works well under pressure, and can mentor others effectively.

• At least three years of collegiate or professional experience working in a costume shop or equivalent experience

• Knowledge and ability to use costume shop equipment such as sergers, sewing machines etc. safely

• Ability to teach others safe and proper techniques when using costume shop equipment

• Organizational and time management skills

• Leadership experience preferred

WARDROBE SUPERVISOR

This position reports to the Costume Shop Manager during the build process, and to the Production Manager during the run of the season. This position leads the Wardrobe Crew during the run of shows in all necessary duties including quick changes, laundry and work notes.

Job Duties:

• Create wardrobe paperwork including check in/out sheets, costume plot, quick change timings etc.

• Attend designer runs, technical rehearsals, production meetings (as needed), and all performances

• Oversee and execute the maintenance and cleaning of all costume pieces throughout the season

• Schedule, supervise and mentor the Costume Apprentices for the main stage productions

• Assign specific wardrobe duties to Costume Apprentices, ie costume changes, laundry, pressing etc.

• Uphold the designer's vision during the run of the show.

• Purchase cleaning, hair, makeup, and other consumable supplies (ie tights) as needed during the run of the shows.

Qualifications:

This job requires someone who is punctual, able to take direction, works well with a team, is detail oriented, works well under pressure, and can lead others effectively.

• At least three years of collegiate or professional experience working in a costume shop or equivalent experience

• Knowledge and ability to use costume shop equipment such as sergers, sewing machines etc. safely

• Organizational and time management skills

• Leadership experience preferred

APPRENTICESHIPS

GRSF offers apprenticeships in lighting, costumes, scenery, and stage management. Apprentices are paid $11.41 per hour plus housing and are eligible for overtime. Most apprenticeships are ideal for candidates at the third- or fourth-year undergraduate level. Apprentices who do not meet all qualifications are still encouraged to apply. Click here to learn more.

To apply, please fill out this form.

Auditions

2026 Auditions

General auditions for our 2026 season were on December 28, 2025 in Winona. Please check back on this page and the Actor’s Equity website for auditions for the 2027 season. Equity rules require an in-person general audition in our home city of Winona after the season is publicly announced which means we will usually hold general auditions in December or January. Look for a signup form here and on the Equity casting website in November or December.

If you are traveling to Winona to see the summer productions, please reach out. We will make every effort to see an audition or at least say hello. Below is information from the the 2026 general auditions:

Please note that we are a repertory company, which means that all actors will be cast in two productions and may have understudy assignments. Please follow the submission instructions carefully and submit all materials as requested. 

For both in-person and live Zoom auditions, please present two contrasting monologues totaling 3 minutes or less. Please include at least one Shakespeare monologue. The second piece may be Shakespeare or a contemporary piece. We encourage modern heightened language pieces including spoken word. Please perform in the vernacular that is most natural for you. We do not believe in “standard American” speech and value expressive use of language in every form. If you play an instrument, please bring it and present a sample of you playing.

GRSF is committed to inclusive casting. We encourage all performers to participate regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender-identity, sexual orientation, or disability. For productions where race or ethnicity is central to the show’s plot or themes, casting will reflect those requirements. Contract dates are May 19 to July 26, 2026. The Equity contract is LOA based on LORT-D with a minimum salary of $845/week.

Individuals of interest will be contacted directly via email regarding callbacks, which will also be held via video submission.