Action Prop Master (EastEnders)

The Bbc; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in London is seeking an Action Prop Master to manage and deliver high-quality props for a multi-camera studio environment. The ideal candidate has experience as a Standby Prop Hand, problem-solving skills, and is comfortable with manual handling. This role involves coordinating props, collaborating with creative teams, and ensuring safety standards are met. Benefits include a flexible working week, generous leave, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible 35-hour working week

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Defined pension with up to 10% employer contributions

Caring and parenting support

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a Standby Prop Hand in a filming environment.
• Comfortable with manual handling and physical aspects of the role.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a standby/show crew.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of action and continuity props for episodes.
• Manage Propstore systems and resources.
• Ensure timely delivery, collection, and return of props.

Skills

Problem-solving attitude

Collaboration

Manual handling

Health and safety knowledge

Computerised systems usage

Education

Experience as Standby Prop Hand

Tools

Propstore systems

Computer databases

Job description

Overview

Productions LOCATION: London Elstree
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £34,559 - £39,559 (plus London Weighting at £5,441) depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. WE ARE BBC STUDIOS. A globally renowned media company borne of the BBC. We make and distribute the world's most sought-after TV, audio and digital content. Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful, entertaining, and inspiring stories for people all around the world.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: Join the multi award-winning EastEnders team as an Action Prop Master, where you\'ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality, story-driven content by managing and coordinating action and continuity props. This hands-on role combines creative collaboration with the design and standby teams, logistical planning for studio and location shoots, and the use of digital systems to track and maintain prop inventory. With a strong focus on health and safety, cost efficiency, and adaptability, you\'ll help bring iconic stories of Albert Square to life in a multi-camera studio environment.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM: Step into the heart of a cornerstone of British culture with a team that lives and breathes storytelling. In this pivotal role, you\'ll help bring bold, headline-grabbing narratives to life by managing and delivering high-quality props that enhance every scene. Working alongside passionate creatives, you\'ll enjoy playing a central role on a busy continuing drama, responding to multiple requests on a daily basis, and make your mark on a show that\'s deeply woven into the cultural fabric of the nation.

Key responsibilities and impact

• Take ownership of action and continuity props for a designated block of episodes, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness to production needs.
• Manage Propstore systems and resources, maintaining operational readiness and collaborating with the design team to support filming.
• Ensure timely delivery, collection, and return of props to studio or location, adapting to changes and following direction from the Prop Master and Art Directors.
• Have a problem-solving attitude and be able to think quickly when asked to change/amend or fix a prop while filming.
• Monitor prop-related costs, source cost-effective alternatives, reuse, adapt and/or amend from our extension on-site prop store, and communicate any budget or schedule changes to the Prop Master.
• Handle physical tasks such as rigging, derigging, and manual handling as required and uphold health and safety standards, ensuring all props and consumables are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose on-site and on location.
• Demonstrated experience as a Standby Prop Hand in a filming environment, supporting the Design team with action and dressing props.
• Comfortable with manual handling and physical aspects of the role.
• Skilled in setting scenery and props, with a strong understanding of health and safety requirements in TV production.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and constructively as part of a standby/show crew.
• Trusted to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Comfortable using computerised systems, including prop store databases, and experienced in liaising with creative professionals in media environments.

Desirable but not required

• Full, clean driving licence.
• Certificates in COSHH, Health and Safety and Basic Food Hygiene.
• Trained in Safe Working at Heights and Manual Handling.
• Experience in Teddy Truck and Forklift Operation.

Life at BBC Studios

• A flexible 35-hour working week with 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and the option to buy an extra five days.
• Defined pension (up to 10% employer contributions).
• Caring and parenting support, 24/7 remote GP access, life assurance and accident benefit.
• BBC Studios is a world leader in operating sustainably both on and off screen. Find out more about BBC Group\'s science-based Net Zero targets.
• Career development in a values-led purpose-driven culture.

EEO: We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We are a disability confident employer. If you need adjustments for the interview process or to carry out this role, please contact us via email.