Stage Properties Manager

Position The Wright State Theatre area in the School of Fine and Performing Arts seeks a Theatre Properties Manager to serve as Theatre Properties Master and support a full season of theatrical works. Responsibilities include overseeing the creation, acquisition, and management of all theatrical properties in support of departmental productions. The role requires strong organizational and budgeting skills, collaboration with directors, designers, stage managers, and technical staff, and a commitment to mentoring students in safe, efficient, and industry-standard prop practices. Essential Functions 40% – Run and maintain the Prop Shop, including building, sourcing, purchasing, or renting props; developing prop lists through script analysis; maintaining detailed budgets; and managing a consistently updated and organized prop inventory. 15% – Student supervision and mentoring, including training, overseeing, and supporting student workers and Theatre Properties majors. 30% – Assist productions, including coordinating prop plans for load‑in, rehearsals, run, and strike; attending production meetings; and ensuring safe and appropriate prop use during rehearsals and performances. 10% – Collaboration and service, working with Theatre Design and Production faculty and staff on operational planning, communication, and continuous improvement of the properties area. 5% – Teach two courses per year. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree plus five years of tested experience specific to performing arts, or a Master’s degree (MFA preferred) in Theatre, Technical Production, or a related field plus three years of experience. EEO Statement Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr