Stage Properties Manager

Stage Properties Manager

Wright State University

Job Category: Administrative (exempt/non-exempt)

Department: School of Fine and Performing Arts

EEO number: 26P182

Position FTE: 100%

Salary Band: UC S04

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Wright State Theatre area in the School of Fine and Performing Arts is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented professional to serve as Theatre Properties Master and join our collaborative faculty, staff, and student production community. Our production program supports a full season of theatrical works that provide students with hands-on, professional-level training in design, technology, and production practices.

We are seeking a colleague who can oversee the creation, acquisition, and management of all theatrical properties in support of departmental productions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and budgeting skills, the ability to collaborate effectively with directors, designers, stage managers, and technical staff, and a commitment to mentoring students in safe, efficient, and industry-standard prop practices.

Join us in supporting high-quality theatrical storytelling in an educational environment where craftsmanship, collaboration, and student learning are central to the production process.

Minimum 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Essential Functions and percent of time

• 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 (2) courses per year

First Consideration Date: 04/07/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wright.edu/postings/22143