Job Description

PROPS MASTER,
The Props Master reports directly to the Production Manager and works alongside the Technical Director and designers to provide all props, set dressing, and furniture for LDTC\x92s Summer Season productions while maintaining an organized and efficient department. ,
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Responsibilities:,
Provide all props, set dressing, and furniture by sourcing, bidding, renting, fabricating, or pulling from existing stock while both adhering to the production budget and supporting the artistic integrity of the design and the director\x92s vision,
Generate and share all necessary production paperwork including preliminary prop lists and research, source lists, receipt tracking etc. ,
Attend all design, production, and weekly department meetings as well as designer runs and tech rehearsals. Respond to notes and questions presented in Rehearsal/Production Reports in a timely and clear manner ,
Communicate effectively and considerately between Production Management, Designers, Directors, and Stage Management ,
Coordinate with Education Department to create props for Youth Theatre Workshop performances,
Consider and accommodate any allergies, dietary restrictions, and general user-friendliness ,
Organize and maintain LDTC\x92s prop stock and storage space,
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Qualifications:,
Exceptional organizational, communication, and creative problem-solving skills,
Ability to prioritize and multitask while maintaining rigorous attention to detail ,
Demonstrable fabrication skills using a variety of mediums. ,
Familiarity and comfortability operating shop equipment safely and responsibly,
Successful experience with budgets and receipt tracking,
Positive relationships with local businesses and surrounding theatres a plus,
Sourced/Rented props often require regular trips to Denver. Props Master candidates should have a valid driver\x92s license. Candidates willing to use their own vehicle a plus ,
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The Props Master is also tasked with supervising the Props Apprentice. Ideal candidates should have a background or interest in teaching and a passion for mentoring emerging theatre professionals. ,
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Dates of Employment: May 18-August 17, 2020 (13 wk contract),
Compensation: $600.00/wk,
Housing + Travel available,
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Summer Season Productions:,
WHAT WE LEAVE BEHIND (New Developmental Production MUSICAL) ,
music + lyrics by Jenny Giering,
book + lyrics by Sean Barry,
Dates:,
Production meetings begin: March 2020,
First Rehearsal: June 1, 2020,
Performance run: June 12 - 28, 2020 ,
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MAN OF LA MANCHA (MUSICAL),
by Dale Wasserman,
lyrics by Joe Darion,
music by Mitch Leigh,
Dates:,
Production meetings begin: March 2020,
First Rehearsal: June 15, 2020,
Performance run: July 3 - August 2, 2020,
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POPCORN FALLS (PLAY) ,
by James Hindman,
Dates:,
Production meetings begin: April 2020,
First Rehearsal: July 27, 2020,
Performance run: August 7 - September 6, 2020,
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The Lake Dillon Theatre Company in Silverthorne, Colorado is a professional theatre working under an AEA SPT contract. The LDTC has an annual budget of just under $2M and is committed to enhancing the quality of life in Summit County and the Colorado Front Range by providing unique and accessible cultural experiences through the Performing Arts. ,
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"The Silverthorne Performing Arts Center, a newly opened $10m facility, is home to the LDTC. The SPAC is the center of arts and culture development and growth and the LDTC is the core foundation to this expansion. The LDTCs core values of integrity, impact, quality, intimacy, and diversity of programming influence all aspects of development, programming, and operations. ",
For more information, please visit our website: www.lakedillontheatre.org,
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Housing and travel accommodations or travel stipends available. ,
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LDTC is a proud equal opportunity employer. No person shall be excluded from the services of the organization because of race, color, religious beliefs, sex, age, gender orientation, national origin, or physical or mental disability.,
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To apply:,
Please submit cover letter, resume, and references (as one PDF) via email to production@lakedillontheatre.org. ,
Please include PROPS MASTER in subject line.,
Portfolio samples and/or website links are encouraged.,
Deadline for applications: Monday, January 6, 2020 ,
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