Job Description

Position Summary

The Colorado State University School of Music, Theatre, and Dance is seeking a Head of Properties candidate with professional experience in theatre, opera, and/or dance. The Head of Properties manages the prop shop and helps train BA undergrad students in the implementation of properties for all Music, Theatre, and dance productions.

Essential Job Duties
- Construct or adapt from stock all properties elements for each production and assist in ensuring the safe and timely completion and installation of those elements.
- Organize and maintain props storage areas, shop spaces, and inventory system.
- Keep all prop shop machinery, tools, and supplies in safe working order.
- This position requires exceptional organizational, communication, collaboration, and research skills.
- Attend all design meetings, production meetings, and tech rehearsals as required.
- Some evenings and weekends may be required.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace in the prop shop at all times.




- Maintain accurate budget tracking and submit purchase orders and receipts in a timely manner while obeying all university PCard purchasing rules and regulations.
- Be able to safely lift 50 lbs.
- Other related duties as assigned.
- Work independently to run and manage the prop shop and storage areas.
- Oversee the training and supervision of work‑study and theatre practicum students.
- Interpret technical drawings and coordinate with scenic designers and staff on the most effective way of realizing the design.

Conditions of Employment
- Pre‑employment Criminal Background Check

Supervision
- Work‑study and theatre TH286 practicum II students.

Minimum Qualifications
- BA or BFA in theatre or related field with proven knowledge and work in properties construction.
- One+ year(s) of relevant work experience.
- Expertise in prop construction techniques, including painting, sewing, furniture building, upholstery, and crafting.

Preferred Qualifications
- 2

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