Oklahoma City University
Properties Supervisor
Oklahoma City University, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116
Properties Supervisor
Job no:
492723Work type:
Regular Full-Time StaffLocation:
Main Campus, Oklahoma CityCategories:
Schools and Colleges
VP Area:
Theatre School
Department:
Theatre School
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Benefit Eligibility:
Yes
Position Summary:
Oklahoma City University is searching for a Properties Supervisor to join our professional artistic community. The Properties Supervisor will lead the execution of props designs for productions in the School of Theatre and the Opera/Musical Theatre program within the School of Music and will typically teach one course per semester. This is a full-time 12-month staff position with full benefits.
The Properties Supervisor manages students in the creation and execution of properties for mainstage productions. This position is responsible for fabricating and/or acquiring props, as well as the upkeep and maintenance of all props and furniture in our inventory. They also assist the Studio Series and Spotlight productions in acquiring props for their shows. The Design & Production program at OCU prepares students for sustainable, professional careers in theatre and the entertainment industry. We combine a comprehensive curriculum offering conservatory style training with a robust production season. The program offers five partnerships with OKC performing arts organizations for students to gain professional experience during their college career.
OCU is committed to building a diverse and inclusive faculty, staff, and student body. We welcome applications from members of groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education institutions. The School of Theatre is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and are aligned with our university's overarching vision and mission. Further, we aspire to engage in our work in equitable and inclusive ways, and desire to work with a team member who is committed to our university and Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion's strategic goals.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Theatre or equivalent combination of training and professional experienceProfessional properties design & production experienceJob Duties:
Design and/or mentor student designers in the execution of properties for theatre, opera, and musical mainstage productionsManage props budgets for productions and prop shop suppliesAcquiring necessary props for shows through fabrication, shopping, purchasing, and/or borrowingAttend all scheduled production meetings, designer runs, technical & dress rehearsalsSupervise and assist with props load-ins and strikes, and ensure that props and furniture are being returned to inventory after useInstruction of one course per semester - typically Intro to Theatrical Design in fall semester and a rotating Props course in spring semestersGenerate props department build and workflow schedule for each productionManage the Prop Shop student professional and other prop shop work-study studentsEnsure a clean, safe, and efficient working environment in the prop shop and storage facilityCollaborate with work study students and student stage management team to develop and maintain props lists and provide rehearsal propsAssist Studio Series & Spotlight directors in prop acquisition - typically via oversight of the Prop Shop student professionalOrganization of the props shop and maintenance of suppliesManagement of props and furniture inventory in the theaters, prop shop, and our warehouseReading rehearsal and performance reports & performing props maintenance and replenishment as needed during productionsFacilitating props rentalsAssist in scene painting for productions as schedule permitsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Personable and culturally competent team player who is committed to collaborating in a safe, friendly, and inclusive work environmentStrong artistic sense, communication & organizational skills, and ability to set and meet deadlinesExperience with stationary tools, hand power tools, and pneumatic toolsExperience in props construction techniques such as: woodworking, molding & casting, upholstering, soft goods, foam carving, hand and machine sewingKnowledge of and/or ability to research historical periods and styles.Ability to read and build from designer draftings.Understanding of industry safety and OSHA regulations for life performancesScene painting skills such as: color mixing, layout, faux treatment & texture techniquesExperience with MS Office suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, Vectorworks, and/or AutoCADPhysical Demands and Working Conditions:
Comfortable working at heights on ladders, scaffolding, and liftsAbility to lift supplies and equipment weighting up to 50 pounds.Ability to work in low light environments.Must be able to safely bend, stoop, and reach.Must be able to distinguish between colors.Must have adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and by phone, even in a noisy work environment.Standard shop hours are 9:00am to 6:00pm with a lunch break from 1:00pm to 2:00pmThis position works a standard 40-hour work week with some flexibility as to daily schedule.
Advertised:
31 Jul 2024 Central Daylight TimeApplications close:
Job no:
492723Work type:
Regular Full-Time StaffLocation:
Main Campus, Oklahoma CityCategories:
Schools and Colleges
VP Area:
Theatre School
Department:
Theatre School
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Benefit Eligibility:
Yes
Position Summary:
Oklahoma City University is searching for a Properties Supervisor to join our professional artistic community. The Properties Supervisor will lead the execution of props designs for productions in the School of Theatre and the Opera/Musical Theatre program within the School of Music and will typically teach one course per semester. This is a full-time 12-month staff position with full benefits.
The Properties Supervisor manages students in the creation and execution of properties for mainstage productions. This position is responsible for fabricating and/or acquiring props, as well as the upkeep and maintenance of all props and furniture in our inventory. They also assist the Studio Series and Spotlight productions in acquiring props for their shows. The Design & Production program at OCU prepares students for sustainable, professional careers in theatre and the entertainment industry. We combine a comprehensive curriculum offering conservatory style training with a robust production season. The program offers five partnerships with OKC performing arts organizations for students to gain professional experience during their college career.
OCU is committed to building a diverse and inclusive faculty, staff, and student body. We welcome applications from members of groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education institutions. The School of Theatre is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and are aligned with our university's overarching vision and mission. Further, we aspire to engage in our work in equitable and inclusive ways, and desire to work with a team member who is committed to our university and Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion's strategic goals.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Theatre or equivalent combination of training and professional experienceProfessional properties design & production experienceJob Duties:
Design and/or mentor student designers in the execution of properties for theatre, opera, and musical mainstage productionsManage props budgets for productions and prop shop suppliesAcquiring necessary props for shows through fabrication, shopping, purchasing, and/or borrowingAttend all scheduled production meetings, designer runs, technical & dress rehearsalsSupervise and assist with props load-ins and strikes, and ensure that props and furniture are being returned to inventory after useInstruction of one course per semester - typically Intro to Theatrical Design in fall semester and a rotating Props course in spring semestersGenerate props department build and workflow schedule for each productionManage the Prop Shop student professional and other prop shop work-study studentsEnsure a clean, safe, and efficient working environment in the prop shop and storage facilityCollaborate with work study students and student stage management team to develop and maintain props lists and provide rehearsal propsAssist Studio Series & Spotlight directors in prop acquisition - typically via oversight of the Prop Shop student professionalOrganization of the props shop and maintenance of suppliesManagement of props and furniture inventory in the theaters, prop shop, and our warehouseReading rehearsal and performance reports & performing props maintenance and replenishment as needed during productionsFacilitating props rentalsAssist in scene painting for productions as schedule permitsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Personable and culturally competent team player who is committed to collaborating in a safe, friendly, and inclusive work environmentStrong artistic sense, communication & organizational skills, and ability to set and meet deadlinesExperience with stationary tools, hand power tools, and pneumatic toolsExperience in props construction techniques such as: woodworking, molding & casting, upholstering, soft goods, foam carving, hand and machine sewingKnowledge of and/or ability to research historical periods and styles.Ability to read and build from designer draftings.Understanding of industry safety and OSHA regulations for life performancesScene painting skills such as: color mixing, layout, faux treatment & texture techniquesExperience with MS Office suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, Vectorworks, and/or AutoCADPhysical Demands and Working Conditions:
Comfortable working at heights on ladders, scaffolding, and liftsAbility to lift supplies and equipment weighting up to 50 pounds.Ability to work in low light environments.Must be able to safely bend, stoop, and reach.Must be able to distinguish between colors.Must have adequate hearing to communicate effectively in person and by phone, even in a noisy work environment.Standard shop hours are 9:00am to 6:00pm with a lunch break from 1:00pm to 2:00pmThis position works a standard 40-hour work week with some flexibility as to daily schedule.
Advertised:
31 Jul 2024 Central Daylight TimeApplications close: