Props Run Crew

Tuacahn Center for the Arts; Ivins (UT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuacahn Center for the Arts in Ivins, UT is seeking a Prop Crew Member for outdoor stage operations. The role involves pre-setting and choreographing prop movements, inspecting props, and maintaining paperwork under the Prop Supervisor's guidance.

You will work with performers and staff in a professional manner while ensuring safety and cleanliness backstage. This position requires endurance in desert climate, ability to lift 40+ lbs, and a reliable, team-focused mindset to meet tight show

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional work experience in a live theatrical environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of/and experience in a variety of prop making techniques.
• Ability to collaborate with the Prop Supervisor to efficiently complete assigned projects.
• Ability to maintain a professional work environment that reports to a Supervisor.
• Ability to work outside in a desert climate.
• Ability to listen, take instruction, and to participate in a team to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to remember and complete tasks on your own in a backstage environment.
• Working knowledge of standard scene shop tools.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent time management skillsExcellent communication skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Works well in a fast paced and high pressure environment
• Must be able to run short distances and use stairs
• Must be able to stand length of show
• Ability to lift 40+ lbs

Responsibilities

• Pre-set prop elements prior to performances
• Facilitating the proper placement of props throughout the performance
• Assist with the on-going inspection of each prop element to identify needed repairs
• Generate and maintain all paperwork assigned by the Supervisor
• Adhere to/enforce all rules and regulations required by the Actor's Equity Association, including Covid-19 additions
• Ability to work with performers and staff in a positive and professional manner while on campus at all times
• Maintain and keep spaces clean daily
• Maintain the integrity of the props
• Maintain a flexible schedule for work calls especially during tech weeks
• Adhere to and promote all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and maintain a safe work environment
• Contribute to the overall success of the Production Department by performing any additional duties and responsibilities assigned.

Skills

Prop making

Live theatre

Team collaboration

Time management

Safety compliance

Outdoor work

Communication

Backstage workflow

Stairs/climb

Lifting 40 lbs

Tools

Standard scene shop tools

Job description

Position Summary

The prop crew is an integral part of the production team responsible for evening backstage operations. This crew is responsible for any and all items carried by the performers, as well as any furniture or set dressing on the scenic elements. Working outdoors, the crew's tasks include pre-setting items prior to every performance, completing hand-offs to actors, and receiving/tracking items throughout the performance, as well as storing all prop items at the end of every night.

Responsibilities

• Pre-set prop elements prior to performances
• Facilitating the proper placement of props throughout the performance
• Assist with the on-going inspection of each prop element to identify needed repairs
• Generate and maintain all paperwork assigned by the Supervisor
• Adhere to/enforce all rules and regulations required by the Actor's Equity Association, including Covid-19 additions
• Ability to work with performers and staff in a positive and professional manner while on campus at all times
• Maintain and keep spaces clean daily
• Maintain the integrity of the props
• Maintain a flexible schedule for work calls especially during tech weeks
• Adhere to and promote all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and maintain a safe work environment
• Contribute to the overall success of the Production Department by performing any additional duties and responsibilities assigned.

Required Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional work experience in a live theatrical environment as a crew member or equivalent educational experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of/and experience in a variety of prop making techniques
• Ability to collaborate with the Prop Supervisor to efficiently complete assigned projects
• Ability to maintain a professional work environment that reports to a Supervisor
• Ability to work outside in a desert climate
• Ability to listen, take instruction, and to participate in a team to complete assigned tasks
• Ability to remember and complete tasks on your own in a backstage environment
• Working knowledge of standard scene shop tools
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent time management skillsExcellent communication skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• Works well in a fast paced and high pressure environment
• Must be able to run short distances and use stairs
• Must be able to stand length of show
• Ability to lift 40+ lbs

Salary: $21 per hour