Temporary Props Technician

Location: Northern

## Temporary Props Technician Apply:
On-Site:
Coral Gables, FL:
Part time:
Posted Yesterday:
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The University of Miami, College of Arts and Sciences, has an exciting opportunity for a temporary part time Props Technician to work in Coral Gables, FL.  The Costume/Prop Technician creates and maintains costumes and related accessories for dramatic and musical productions. Additionally, the Costume/Prop Technician crafts various objects the performers interact with during their routine. The Costume/Prop Technician provides the necessary technical and artistic support to bring the production to life.

Core responsibilities:

* Coordinates the purchasing of materials and supplies.
* Repairs and alters costumes and accessories.
* Cleans, maintains, and safeguards equipment.
* Maintains inventories of costume shop stock and supplies.
* Reads scripts to understand prop and costume needs.
* Researches and brainstorms ideas.
* Constructs lighter, cheaper analogues of typically heavier items.
* Works backstage setting props, performing scene changes, and operating special effects.
* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.  
** Department Specific Functions:
*** This position focuses on the pulling, building, altering, painting, and purchasing of props for Department of Theatre Arts productions.
** This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.*
* ** Core

Qualifications:

*** High School Diploma.
* Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required
* Learning Agility:
Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
* Teamwork:
Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
* Technical Proficiency:
Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
* Communication:
Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.  
*** Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.**
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