Props Apprentice

Dates of Employment: May 26 – August 8, 2025

Reports To: Props Supervisor, Director of Production 

Supports: Props Department, Janiec Opera Company 

Summary 

The Props Apprentice helps facilitate positive and enjoyable Props Shop environment. The Props Department is responsible for completing projects having to do with the construction, restoration, or modification of furniture, set dressing, and hand props using a variety of materials and methods. Holistic effective communication and dissemination of  information is essential to the successful execution of this position. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

  • As directed by the Props Supervisor, participate in the building/ purchasing/ modifying/pull of necessary furniture/set dressing/hand prop pieces needed for each of four mainstage productions.
  • Help maintain a safe, educational, and productive props shop.
  • Ensure excellence and quality of work.
  • Repair and/or modify stock items needed for a production.
  • Practice excellent stewardship of tools and supplies in your work area.
  • Assigned organization and improvement of stock.
  • Regular communication with the Props Supervisor to accurately realize the creative vision of the design.
  • Create and update props task lists as assigned.
  • Be prepared to assist other crews/departments at the end of season strike until  dismissed by Production Management.
  • Update and maintain props inventories.
  • Attend all load- ins and outs.
  • Run shows as required.
  • Attend regular production meetings.
  • Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  • Supervised by the Props Supervisor and Director of Production. 

Qualifications 

  • Strong communication skills.
  • Highly motivated.
  • Good attitude and work ethic.
  • Willingness to take ownership of your position and not blame other staff  members or outside circumstances for your degree of success on individual tasks and on your position as a whole.
  • Able to take instruction and feedback from supervisors and use it to improve  your job performance.
  • Understanding of channels of communication and the importance of clear and  open communication.
  • Maintain calm under pressure and receive/ intake information from multiple  sources that you quickly prioritize and relay to Technical Director or Director of Production/act upon if deemed appropriate.
  • Above all, must possess a positive attitude, a sense of humor, and ability to work  well in a team dynamic. 

Requirements 

  • Complete satisfactory background check 
  • Must have valid state driver's license and possess a clean driving record 

Compensation 

  • Includes a season stipend paid bi-weekly, full board, and on-campus housing 

To apply, create an account and start an application using MyBMC. Please upload a cover letter and  resume (with references listed) to be considered for this position. 

Review of applications will begin on anuary 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Any questions can be directed to: 

Andrea Boccanfuso 

Director of Production 

Brevard Music Center 

aboccanfuso@brevardmusic.org

 

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