Fall 2026 Properties Assistant WLS Level 4

I.     WLS Level: 4

II.    Description Of Duties For This Position:

1. A.To teach and instruct Properties Manager WLS 3
2. B.To coordinate the weekly and production schedules of the Properties Manger
3. C.Coordinate the cleaning and storage of properties during the production run and strike.  
4. D.Research properties needs for all productions in consultation with the production scenic designer, director and Prop Master.
5. E.Collect properties for all productions. (find, build, borrow, locate)
6. Assist the Scene Shop Supervisor and Director in the locating and purchasing of props that are not in storage in inventory
7. G.Oversee inventory of the properties in storage. 
8. H.Keep properties storage organized organized and clean at all times.
9. Have an advanced operational knowledge of the machinery and tools located in the scenic studio. Be able to safely use the equipment.
10. Have an advanced operational knowledge of the machinery located in the costume studio. Be able to use the equipment safely.
11. K.When needed, design unique properties and scenic elements, under the supervision of the Scene Shop Supervisor and Director.  

III. Learning Opportunities For This Position:

1. Becoming sufficiently skilled and informed concerning properties procedures that lead the student to work collegially with the production designers, directors and faculty supervisor.
2. Ability to solve problems and conflict during emergencies or in a crisis.
3. Maturity, imagination, innovation: ability to preserve tradition, but also able to suggest viable alternative ways of doing things.
4. Ability to communicate effectively.
5. Be willing to take risks when appropriate.
6. Be committed to equality, fairness and a high standard of excellence.
7. Be committed to understanding design options within the context of the overall design concept for the production.

IV.  Qualifications Needed For This Position:

1. General qualifications include the ability to operate any and all equipment in the scenic shop.
2. Ability to conduct research for theatrical productions.
3. Ability to communicate and demonstrate leadership while working collegially.
4. Skills and knowledge of theatrical properties practice.
5. Ability to think creatively and frugally.
6. Physical mobility and manual dexterity.
7. Proficient reading, writing, critical thinking skills.
8. Proficient computer skills.
9. Independence and reliability, dependability, confidentiality, honesty.
10. Be able to supervise lower lever workers is a fair and prudent manner.
11. Student may work more independently to assure the timely completion of all production properties.
12. Student will assume additional design responsibilities and will be able to justify choices made and will be able to make changes when necessary.