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prop maker

Prop makers construct, build, prepare, adapt and maintain props used on stage and for filming movies or television programs.

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DESCRIPTION

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.

PRACTICAL SKILLS

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences
build devices into props
work with respect for own safety
understand artistic concepts
OPTIONALOptional competences
manage personal professional development
collaborate on costume and make-up for performances
manage technical resources stock

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SIMILAR OCCUPATIONS

31 SHARED SKILLS

set builder

Set builders construct, build, prepare, adapt and maintain scenic elements used on stage and for filming movies or television programs. They use a wid…

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27 SHARED SKILLS

costume maker

Costume makers construct, sew, stitch, dye, adapt and maintain costumes to be used in events, live performances and in movies or television programs. …

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26 SHARED SKILLS

prop master/prop mistress

Prop masters/mistresses setup, prepare, check and maintain objects used on stage by actors or other small movable objects called props. They cooperate…

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Skills overview

45total
23 essential
22 optional

Breakdown

Knowledge
0
Skills
6

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Quick insight

This role requires 23 essential competences across practical skill domains.

DATA SOURCED FROM ESCO (EUROPEAN COMMISSION) & O*NET (U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

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