Props Designer

Salary average: 64,610 - 106,230

Occupational Outlook: New job opportunities are very likely in the future.  

Links to Learn More About This Career:

• https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/what-is-prop-design

• https://theatre.uoregon.edu/properties-designermanager/

• https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/prop-maker-70398/

Educational Requirements:

While a degree isn’t necessary for prop work, a background in art, design, crafting, and/or carpentry is usually preferred. Knowledge of various materials and tools is also important as prop makers need to get creative when it comes to ensuring actors can use the props. 

Soft Skills, Characteristics, and/or Abilities Need For This Career:

• Design skills 

• To pay attention to detail

• To not be lazy with work

• Work in a team and independently

• Work fast

• Creative

• Can take criticism 

• Can work well under pressure

• Knowledge of the fine arts and theatre.

Pros and Cons to being a Prop designer

Typical Working Conditions For This Career:

Usually, you are in the workplace like on set or at the theater but if you want to work outside of working hours, then you are at home. The hours are around 42-44 a week.