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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN Properties Manager, Texas Performing Arts in Austin, Texas
Production and Training: Collaborate with students, faculty, and guest artists to manage the planning, costing, purchasing, fabricating, modifying and repair of props and set dressing for productions. Serve as Prop Manager for productions as assigned. Attend production meetings and technical rehearsals as needed. Demonstrate effective communication. Coordinate with stage managers, directors, crew, and performers in the safe use of all props. Maintain and communicate Prop Weapon and Firearm policy to all university stakeholders. Operation and Planning: Delegate and supervise fabrication, maintenance, and planning tasks to students and employees in the Fabrication Studios. Hire and supervise student employees and staff to run the Fabrication Studios Prop Stock. Manage the prop rental process and inventory. Make improvements as necessary. Maintain fabrication equipment including carpentry, craft, and sewing equipment. Oversee the Props Area operating budget to identify, specify, and purchase new equipment and facilities improvements. Safely load and drive university vehiclesLearning, Mentorship, and Outreach:Foster a sustainable work culture defined by proficiency, safety, excellence, and creative problem-solving. Recruit, mentor, and advise students and staff Production Prop Managers as needed. Propose, plan, and participate in course residencies, guest lectures, workshops, and tours. Serve as instructor of record for courses as assigned. Investigate, assess, and participate in professional development opportunities and share or implement new learning within the Fabrication Studios.