The Phoenix Theatre Company Arizonas largest professional regional theatre seeks an Assistant Props Manager to join their production team.
The Phoenix Theatre company is currently completing its $30 million expansion with their new 500 seat Stevenson theatre coming on board in the fall of 2025.
Located in the heart of the Central Arts District, our beautiful 14-acre campus includes three theaters, a restaurant and bar, rehearsal halls, and production shops, all on one site. We produce a wide range of theatre, from full-scale musicals to comedies, dramas and original new works. With a $17 million annual operating budget, and celebrating our 105th Season, we offer 9-11 diverse productions every season as well as a growing Festival of New American Theatre.
Job Summary
The Assistant Properties Manager works closely with the Properties Manager, the Properties Artisan, the Properties Apprentice(s), and all production staff to help create the artistic vision for the property needs of each production at The Phoenix Theatre Company. The Assistant Properties Manager is involved in purchasing, acquiring, manufacturing, and helping to oversee any props needed for each production and maintaining them throughout a show run. The Assistant Properties Manager also works to manage the physical appearance of the scenery with set dressing requirements. Working closely with the stage management team, the assistant properties manager helps to acquire rehearsal props as needed.
Essential Duties + Responsibilities
Designs/pulls/shops/creates the necessary properties design elements to convey the directors artistic vision for each production
When required, attends meetings and rehearsals including - Conceptual Design meetings, Production meetings, Designer Run-Thru rehearsals, Technical rehearsals, Dress rehearsals, note sessions, and Preview performances.
Along with the Properties Manager, communicates and coordinates with Director, Production Stage Manager, and Scenic Designer to ensure that all design requirements are completed within the Production schedule deadlines.
Helps ensure all prop items are completed on time
Helps draft props as necessary
Helps acquire all materials needed to fulfill the shows needs and the design teams vision; this includes but is not limited to: shopping for materials (lumber, fabrics, paints, etc.), borrowing or renting pieces from other theatres or retailers.
Maintains props shop supplies and helps with props rentals
Maintains all prop storage areas including hand prop storage, and items stored in the warehouse
Helps set schedules for properties apprentices and train them in the use of tools and materials
Tracks budgets accordingly.
Organizational Relationships
Reports to the Properties Manager
Reports to the Director of Production
Manages the Properties Artisan and volunteer Apprentice(s)
Manages the Prop Department over-hire employees
Minimum Qualifications
A degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent experience in regional and/or professional theatre or equivalent industries
Artistic vision, creativity, and understanding of theatre
Knowledge of time periods, styles, and design
Carpentry skills desired
Welding skills desired
Ability to work in numerous different mediums i.e. sewing, building, welding, carpentry, electrical wiring, crafts, etc.
Physical / Mental Demands + Working Conditions
Weekends and evenings may be required due to the nature of the theatre performance schedule.
General theatre, scene shop and prop shop work environment
Heavy lifting to move furniture and props
Working from heights
Compensation/Start Date
$40,000-$44,000 annually (BOE)
Desired start date: Early Aug. 2025
Benefits
401(k)
Heath insurance
Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Parental leave
Sabbatical program
Extra Benefits
Qualifying Employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
13 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Vacation and Personal Days
Generous supply of complimentary tickets to live theatrical productions at The Phoenix Theatre Company
Discounts at our in-house bar and bistro
Free Parking for Employees
To Apply
Send cover letter and resume to Karla Frederick the Director of Production at k.frederick@phoenixtheatre.com
To learn more about The Phoenix Theatre Company please visit our website at www.phoenixtheatre.com
The Phoenix Theatre Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Accordingly, The Phoenix Theatre Company provides employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, genetic status or information, military or veteran status or status in any status protected by federal, state, or local law.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Phoenix Theatre Company will not tolerate unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under any circumstances.
We are eager to cultivate a broad and inclusive field of applicants. The Phoenix Theatre Company is committed to building a diverse community of staff, volunteers, and apprentices. Individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
