Job Details

Department: Theatre and Film

Salary: $8.25 per hour (max. 20 hours per week)

Schedule: Varies, based on the students’ class schedule

Position Summary: Manages all props for theatre productions from sourcing through rehearsal and performance.

Must be eligible for Federal Work Study. If uncertain of eligibility, please contact the Office of Financial Aid.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Maintain and organize props storage
Source, build, or acquire props for productions
Track prop usage during rehearsals
Ensure props are preset and maintained
Assist with additional theatre production and facility tasks as assigned by the Technical Director after primary weekly responsibilities have been completed.
Weekly Deliverables
Updated props tracking sheet for current productions
Rehearsal/performance props checklist
Photo documentation of prop tables or storage
List of outstanding or missing props
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Attention to detail when tracking and presetting props
Basic construction, crafting, or modification skills
Clear verbal and written communication
Ability to follow production schedules and instructions
Work independently with minimal supervision
Lift, move, and transport props and materials as needed
Track prop usage during rehearsals and performances
Maintain organized prop tables and storage areas
Collaborate effectively with directors, designers, and crew
Reliable weekly availability
Responsible handling of departmental property

Preferred Qualifications

Basic theatrical props terminology and usage
Safe handling and storage of props and materials
Inventory tracking and record-keeping procedures
Rehearsal and performance workflow
Workplace and shop safety practices
Prior theatre or backstage experience
Familiarity with props handling or stage management
Basic crafting or construction experience

Machines & Equipment

Standard office equipment (computer, copier)
Hand tools and basic shop equipment
Props storage carts, shelving, and tables

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least six (6) hours per fall or spring semester. (Requirements for international students below. *)
If not a first-time student, the applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher.
Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from MyJaxState.
Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.
May not be a Dual Enrollment Student.

Notice Regarding International Students:

International students on student visas are not eligible for Federal Work Study positions.
Please visit the International Programs website for additional information: http://www.jsu.edu/international/index.html

Required Documents:

Cover Letter
Resume

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