Christmas Carol Prop Runner

Drury Lane Theatre; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Drury Lane Theatre seeks a Props Run Crew member for the TYA production of A Christmas Carol. Under the supervision of the Properties Designer, you will run the Props track and oversee maintenance of all props from start to finish.

The contract runs from late November through December, with performances calendar available on request. The role requires lifting up to 60 lbs, working nights and weekends, and flexibility to meet deadlines in a dynamic theatre environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or 2 years experience in a professional theatre environment.
• Effective communication skills (written, oral, and visual).
• Familiarity with all aspects of theatre (production, technical, and performance).
• Proven abilities in time management, organization, and collaboration.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs. repeatedly throughout the day.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to work long hours and work on a flexible schedule.
• Must be comfortable with heights, including climbing ladders and working at heights of up to 25’.

Responsibilities

• Running designated Props track for the production.
• Maintenance and repairs on props used in the production using skills including, but not limited to; painting, carpentry, gluing and other various adhesives, pneumatics, distressing, and fabric work.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Organization

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or 2 years professional theatre experience

Job description

Under the direct supervision of the Properties Designer, the Properties Run Crew will run the designated Props track for the TYA production of A Christmas Carol and will handle the maintenance and upkeep on all props used in the production, under the recommendations of the Properties Designer.

The contract will start on Friday, November 20th and run thru December 26th.

Tech for Christmas Carol begins on November 23rd and runs thru November 25th.

First Performance of Christmas Carol is on November 27th. A full calendar of performances for Christmas Carol is available upon request

Specific Job Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

1. 1. Running designated Props track for the production.
2. 2. Maintenance and repairs on props used in the production using skills including, but not limited to; painting, carpentry, gluing and other various adhesives, pneumatics, distressing, and fabric work.

General Job Responsibilities

• Arrive to work promptly and regularly
• Accept direction and establish and maintain effective work relationships
• Concentrate and perform accurately while working under the stress of deadlines
• Collaborate effectively with a wide variety of personalities and situations requiring diplomacy, tact, friendliness, poise and firmness
• Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for the diverse ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of artists, guests and staff
• Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Present proof of eligibility to work in the United States
• Travel may be required
• Present proof of COVID-19 vaccination and most current booster
• Reliable transportation required

Experience and Knowledge Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or 2 years experience in a professional theatre environment
• Effective communication skills (written, oral, and visual).
• Familiarity with all aspects of theatre (production, technical, and performance).
• Proven abilities in time management, organization, and collaboration.
• Ability to lift 60 lbs. repeatedly throughout the day.
• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Ability to work long hours and work on a flexible schedule.
• Must be comfortable with heights, including climbing ladders and working at heights of up to 25’.