What are the responsibilities and job description for the Theatre Festival Prop Manager position at Williamstown Theatre Festival?
About the Role
The Williamstown Theatre Festival seeks a dynamic and experienced professional to lead our prop team as Prop Supervisor Lead. As a department head within the production department, this position offers an exciting opportunity to mentor and guide a team of emerging artisans tasked with designing, sourcing, and creating props for our summer productions.
Key Responsibilities
About Us
Williamstown Theatre Festival is renowned for its commitment to artistic excellence. Our theatre has been helping shape the American theatre landscape for seven decades, bringing emerging and professional artists together to create a thrilling summer festival that expands the expression of theatre and its essential role in society. We are committed to telling diverse stories and fostering an inclusive environment both onstage and off. We believe that opportunity, access, resources, and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Therefore, we are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants shall be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy and gender identity), disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, familial status, ancestry, genetics, or any other class or protected by federal, state or local law.
The Williamstown Theatre Festival seeks a dynamic and experienced professional to lead our prop team as Prop Supervisor Lead. As a department head within the production department, this position offers an exciting opportunity to mentor and guide a team of emerging artisans tasked with designing, sourcing, and creating props for our summer productions.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the construction, sourcing, and operation of props during load-ins, rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances.
- Sourcing rehearsal props or stand-ins, ensuring all items are in good condition and available for use by actors during rehearsals.
- Develop efficient plans for the load-in, strike, and storage of props, ensuring timely and organized processes.
- Collaborate with the Scenery Supervisor to ensure all prop elements comply with applicable safety standards and protocols.
About Us
Williamstown Theatre Festival is renowned for its commitment to artistic excellence. Our theatre has been helping shape the American theatre landscape for seven decades, bringing emerging and professional artists together to create a thrilling summer festival that expands the expression of theatre and its essential role in society. We are committed to telling diverse stories and fostering an inclusive environment both onstage and off. We believe that opportunity, access, resources, and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Therefore, we are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants shall be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, sex/gender (including pregnancy and gender identity), disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, familial status, ancestry, genetics, or any other class or protected by federal, state or local law.
