Polar Express Props & Décor Lead

American Heritage Companies; Whippany (NJ); On-site; USD 29,549 - 42,085; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catered meals for 5-show days

Comp tickets for friends and family

End of season bonus

Job summary

Rail Events Productions on-site in Whippany, NJ seeks a Props & Décor Supervisor for THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride. The role oversees props and decor from rehearsals to load out, coordinating inventory, care, pre-setting, and maintenance across the run of the event.

The position reports to Production Management and requires collaboration with design, production staff, and stage management in a fast-paced live train production.

Qualifications

• Experience in props management and repair.
• Possess good DIY, craft, sewing and repair skills.
• Experience as a theatrical technician.
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work alongside the production staff as a team member in an ever‑changing environment.
• Ability to work independently with self‑motivation and attention to detail as well as excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate, recognize and solve practical problems and resolve issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form.
• Commitment to working with shared leadership and in cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and maintaining the props & scenic decor.
• Constructing/altering/repairing props and décor as necessary to ensure successful realization of the show.
• Overseeing the pre-setting and usage of props for each performance.
• Assist the Wardrobe Supervisor as necessary with costume items.
• Responsible for seeing that the prop and decor designs are maintained with artistic integrity throughout the event.
• Assist with setting and removal of food products.
• Work with the production team to install and prep backstage spaces.
• Work with the production team during technical rehearsals to incorporate last‑minute changes.
• Work with the production staff during load out to see that event space is returned to the railroad appropriately.
• Become familiar with company policies regarding safety.
• Works with the entire event team to maintain a positive, enjoyable, and rewarding environment for all staff and passengers.

Skills

Prop management

DIY skills

Theatrical technician background

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Problem solving

Written and oral communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Rail Events Productions on-site in Whippany, NJ seeks a Props & Décor Supervisor for THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride. The role oversees props and decor from rehearsals to load out, coordinating inventory, care, pre-setting, and maintenance across the run of the event.

The position reports to Production Management and requires collaboration with design, production staff, and stage management in a fast-paced live train production.