Temporary Props Manager

Job Description:The Props Artisan at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee (BCB) provides critical props management and care for BCB productions including musicals, operas, plays, etc. The Props Artisan manages the Conservatory’s props and furniture stock, constructs furniture and large props in consultation with technical direction, and purchases materials and prop items. Under the department of Performance Services, the Props Artisan reports to the Technical Director (Mainstage Theater), and collaborates closely with the full production team, with the deans and chairs of Theater, Dance and Music, and with guest directors and designers. The Props Artisan may supervise production technician assistants and student workers, in addition to providing support for any temporary props managers hired based upon production needs. This a part-time, non-exempt position that is expected to work an average of 25 hours per week during the academic year (late August to mid-May), with minimal hours during the academic summer months. Nights and weekends will be required, and specific schedules will be discussed and agreed upon with the supervisor.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Procure, build, and realize all props, furniture, and set dressing for BCB productions across Theater, Dance, and Music Divisions, with a focus on Mainstage and curricular Zack Box performancesDesign and maintain comprehensive documentation, tracking processes, and communications around props stock, purchases, repairs, and opportunitiesEnsure all rehearsal props are prepared, in good condition, and delivered to stage management prior to staging rehearsalsInitiate and maintain extensive props paperwork for productions in coordination with stage managementCoordinate props meetings with directors, stage managers, and designers as neededCoordinate transportation to and from off-site props storage as needed, as well as additional transportation to pick up and return rented or newly purchased itemsOversee properties budget for specific productions, including purchases and rentals of materials, specific items, furniture, set dressing, and other items as needed. Ensure productions are achievable within budget, and reconcile all purchases, reimbursements, and/or invoices as needed. Coordinate shop time or other resources for builds with Technical Director as neededAttend rehearsals, including technical and dress rehearsals, as needed to support the productionsSchedule, train and supervise additional production technicians and student workers as necessaryEnsure clear and maintained organization of props storage areas  Provide guidance and support regarding props and furniture for curricular and non- curricular performances in the Zack Box space Ensure performers, staff, and any person handling prop weapons is aware of and follows all prop safety/weapons policiesMINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. ...