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Job Description / Duties

This full-time, seasonal opportunity is ideal for someone who has skills in research, sourcing, and props building, with a background in professional theatre. The Props department at TIP primarily consists of the Head of Props, with additional props staff to assist when required.

The 22-week contract will start April 17, 2023, and conclude September 30, 2023.

The Head of Props will be held responsible for
● Delivering suitable rehearsal props to the rehearsal room ready the first day of rehearsal
● Efficient and effective communications with the Stage Management, artistic, design, and production teams normally associated with in-person and virtual meetings, emails, phone calls, shared schedules, technical drawings, and other methods,
● Delivering all the required finished props to the theatre for the first rehearsal on stage,
● Maintaining a clean, organized and safe work environment., including knowledge and WHIMIS certification in handling and storage of flammable and dangerous chemicals.
● Efficiently building, sourcing, and acquiring prop elements as accurately as possible based upon designer drawings, renderings, models, verbal and written instructions.
● Careful and accurate management and recordkeeping of the Props budget, including Petty Cash, on-line ordering and rentals,
● Maintaining positive relationships with the production team, the creative teams for each production, TIP staff and local suppliers,
● Maintaining high standards of quality,
● Immediately reporting and providing suggested solutions to identified health and safety hazards in the production facilities and stages,
● Effective participation in the planning and organization of all prop elements with the Technical Director and Production Manager, including construction, rentals, purchasing,
● Cooperating with the Carpentry, Properties and Wardrobe departments as required.

Qualifications / Required Skills

● 2 - 5 years post educational experience as a props builder in theatre or in other settings;
● Broad working knowledge of theatrical props construction, including sewing/upholstery, carpentry, welding, electrical wiring, drafting, painting, casting, molding, and sculpting.
● Able to work well both independently and collaboratively within a team.
● Excellent organizational, time-management and communication skills.
● Able to follow organizational safety policies, including working with hazardous materials, power tools,
● Formal training in technical theatre, properties construction, or related skills, an asset
● Experience with image editing (Photoshop, Affinity, or similar) and Microsoft Office an asset
● A valid G2 Driver’s License

Additional Information

EQUITY, DIVERSITY, and INCLUSION
The Thousand Islands Playhouse is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis.
We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation, please let us know.
The Thousand Islands Playhouse is committed to increasing the representation of historically marginalized groups throughout the organization. In particular, we are prioritizing Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour in our hiring practices. Those who would like to self-identify in their cover letters are welcome to do so, however it is voluntary and not required.
VACCINATION: To support the health and safety of our workplaces and our community, TIP requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with an Approved Vaccine

Salary: Salary: $850 per week plus 4% vacation pay, paid bi-weekly, based on 44 hours / week.

Contact Information

Send application letters accompanied by a resume of relevant experience and contact information of 3 references to the Production Manager - bill@1000islandsplayhouse.com

Employer Profile

About the Thousand Islands Playhouse
The Thousand Islands Playhouse (TIP) is one of the top summer theatre companies in the province and the largest theatre company between Ottawa, Montreal, and Toronto. It welcomes over 40,000 patrons every summer, with a season running from June – November.
The 2023 season consists of 7 productions in two venues. Productions include 3 musicals, one farce, and 3 dramatic works.