prop maker

Description

Prop makers construct, build, prepare, adapt and maintain props used on stage and for filming movies or television programs. Props may be simple imitations of real life objects, or may include electronic, pyrotechnical, or other effects. Their work is based on artistic vision, sketches and plans. They work in close cooperation with the designers involved in the production.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

photography lighting techniques

Practical Skills

maintain workshop space interpret artistic intentions adapt props understand artistic concepts keep up with trends work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision work ergonomically prepare personal work environment finish project within budget work safely with machines follow work schedule prevent fire in a performance environment translate artistic concepts to technical designs maintain theatre equipment use personal protection equipment work with respect for own safety adapt to artists' creative demands maintain props build devices into props develop prop effects define prop building methods work safely with chemicals build props manage personal professional development attend rehearsals ensure safety of mobile electrical systems set up props in a timely manner hand props to actors collaborate on costume and make-up for performances manage consumables stock support a designer in the developing process perform first fire intervention organise workshop space plan workshop activity manage technical resources stock draw prop sketches keep personal administration purchase props work with the lighting crew develop professional network work with the camera crew define prop materials work safely with stage weapons