prop maker

Prop makers construct, build, prepare, adapt and maintain props used on stage and for filming movies or television programs. Props may be simple imitations of real life objects, or may include electronic, pyrotechnical, or other effects. Their work is based on artistic vision, sketches and plans. They work in close cooperation with the designers involved in the production.

Alternative Labels

scenic painter and prop maker

scenic artist & prop maker

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property modeller & maker

property modeller and maker

property maker & modeller

prop maker and scenic artist

property designer and maker

prop & puppet maker

set dresser & prop maker

property maker and scenic artist

property designer & maker

prop builder

prop designer and maker

prop modeller and maker

set dresser and property maker

property maker and scenic painter

scenic artist and prop maker

set dresser & property maker

scenic painter & property maker

prop maker & set dresser

prop maker & designer

property maker and set dresser

property builder

prop maker and designer

property maker and modeller

prop modeller & maker

property maker & scenic painter

prop maker and set dresser

scenic painter & prop maker

prop maker and modeller

property maker

scenic painter and property maker

prop maker & scenic artist

prop maker & modeller

set dresser and prop maker

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

work safely with machines maintain theatre equipment work ergonomically translate artistic concepts to technical designs work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision interpret artistic intentions finish project within budget follow work schedule maintain workshop space work with respect for own safety prepare personal work environment prevent fire in a performance environment define prop building methods adapt props work safely with chemicals maintain props use personal protection equipment keep up with trends adapt to artists' creative demands build devices into props build props develop prop effects understand artistic concepts

Optional Skills and Competences

work with the lighting crew draw prop sketches plan workshop activity organise workshop space define prop materials keep personal administration collaborate on costume and make-up for performances support a designer in the developing process manage technical resources stock work with the camera crew hand props to actors set up props in a timely manner attend rehearsals manage personal professional development purchase props perform first fire intervention work safely with stage weapons manage consumables stock develop professional network ensure safety of mobile electrical systems

Optional Knowledge

lighting techniques photography

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/7a18e959-44fe-49ae-9757-124f46a7487c

Status

released

Occupations

prop maker

Description

Skills & Competences

Concept URI