Touring Props Director

cirquedusoleil; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Man Group in North America is seeking an experienced Head of Props to lead the Props Department for the touring production from Oct 2026 through Dec 2026. You will manage prop construction, maintenance, inventory, cue sheets, and collaboration with other technical leads to ensure artistic and safety standards are met across venues.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and troubleshooting skills, with domestic travel during the tour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in Technical Theatre, Stagecraft, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in prop management, scenic construction, or touring productions.
• Strong technical knowledge of materials, fabrication techniques, adhesives, pneumatics, and basic electrical systems.
• Experience with prop maintenance, troubleshooting, and cue track documentation.
• Budgeting, vendor management, and departmental forecasting.
• Familiarity with Blue Man Group's performance style and prop design aesthetic is a plus.
• Must be able to travel domestically for extended periods (Nov 2026–Dec 2026) and maintain eligibility for U.S. employment and travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Props Department to achieve and sustain the creative and technical vision of the production.
• Oversee construction, repair, and maintenance of all props, scenic elements, and consumables in accordance with artistic and safety standards.
• Manage and maintain prop inventory, cue tracks, and documentation for touring consistency.
• Supervise and run prop tracks as required, ensuring smooth execution of show and turnover cues.
• Oversee and manage the Assistant Props, ensuring proper execution of all running tracks, turnover duties, and post-show tasks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve prop-related issues efficiently to minimize performance impact.
• Oversee the safe use, transport, and storage of all props, ensuring compliance with tour and venue safety standards.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager and other department heads to adapt prop elements to fit each venue while maintaining creative integrity.
• Ensure prop consumables are inventoried and restocked within budgets and timelines.
• Train, supervise, and mentor local prop crews at each venue, ensuring proper handling and show consistency.
• Work closely with the Head of Carpentry, Head of Lighting, Head of Video, and Head of Wardrobe and Makeup to ensure smooth integration of all production elements.
• Participate in daily production meetings, show notes, and post-show debriefs to address technical and creative adjustments.
• Support and implement show notes from the Production Stage Manager and artistic leadership; foster a safety-focused environment.
• Plan and manage all prop-related load-ins, setups, and loadouts at each venue in coordination with the Production Manager and department heads.
• Oversee packing, labeling, and shipping of all prop and consumable equipment for efficient transport between venues.
• Assist with adapting prop setups to venue-specific layouts, sightlines, and stage configurations.
• Participate in special events, press appearances, or promotional performances as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Vendor management

Prop maintenance

Troubleshooting

Team management

Planning

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Cue sheets

Documentation systems

Budget forecasting

Job description

Blue Man Group in North America is seeking an experienced Head of Props to lead the Props Department for the touring production from Oct 2026 through Dec 2026. You will manage prop construction, maintenance, inventory, cue sheets, and collaboration with other technical leads to ensure artistic and safety standards are met across venues.

The role requires strong leadership, budgeting, and troubleshooting skills, with domestic travel during the tour.