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prop-maker Occupational skill for the role 'prop maker' (also: property maker and designer, property maker and set dresser, property maker & modeller, prop maker and modeller, prop modeller & maker, prop maker & modeller). Use when the user asks for typical prop maker work such as: typical prop maker responsibilities

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.

Core workflow

How to use this skill

Key competences (essential)

  • adapt props
  • adapt to artists' creative demands
  • build devices into props
  • build props
  • define prop building methods
  • develop prop effects
  • finish project within budget
  • follow work schedule
  • interpret artistic intentions
  • keep up with trends
  • maintain props
  • maintain theatre equipment
  • maintain workshop space
  • prepare personal work environment
  • prevent fire in a performance environment

Hot technologies

  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Creative Cloud software
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Autodesk Revit
  • Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
  • Microsoft Access

Sources: ESCO v1.2.1 (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/7a18e959-44fe-49ae-9757-124f46a7487c), ONET 30.3 (27-1027.00, manual nearest match). See manifest.json for licensing/attribution.*