Student Responsibilities
Production Timelines - Properties Manager
The Props Master will work closely with the Set Designer, Stage Manager, and Director in identifying and collecting the properties needed for a production. It is understood that a props list will quite often change in response to a fluid rehearsal situation, and changes are quite often made up to the last minute. Because of this the time requirements can be more intensive towards the end of the production process.
Prior to accepting position as Properties Manager
Be sure you have attended, or can arrange to attend, any workshops required by the Technical Advisor in the OUP for your production. Be sure to check with the OUP as these requirements may change based on the demands of any given project.
4-6 Weeks Prior To Load-In
Attend concept meeting(s) with Director and design staff if possible.
Attend first OUP Production Meeting
Review initial properties list with Set Designer and Director.
2 Weeks Prior To Load-In
Attend second OUP production Meeting.
Review final properties list with Set Designer and Director.
Identify any items that are problematic 1e; weapons, and arrange for security of items.
Present list of items collected to date.
From 2 Weeks Out Through Load-in
Meet with TA in the OUP to address any questions.
Tour YSD and OUP prop storage for items and secure rental.
Arrange for pick-up/delivery of props to performance space.
Schedule return/pick-up of items.
Work w/SD to insure items secured are appropriate.
Load-In
Insure properties are loaded in according to plan and elements are working as planned.
Tech Week
Attend rehearsals as needed to integrate properties into performance.
Maintain properties in clean working condition.
Maintain security of properties.
Performance
Maintain properties in clean working order.
Maintain security of weapons, etc.
Provide for appropriate storage/security of properties between performances.
Strike
Work with crew to strike properties.
Return any rentals.
Arrange for any items purchased/built with Sudler or other University funds to be turned in to OUP storage area.
