Resident Properties Coordinator
DESCRIPTION
FUNCTION:
Provide all properties for the season. Including rehearsal props for all presentations of the Florida Grand Opera. Maintain a master prop list for all properties owned by FGO, ensuring safety, timeliness, quality and efficiency.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
PRE-SEASON:
1. Gather information from the Director, Designer (as needed), and Production Stage manager and create the seasonal props lists.
2. Check and monitor season props budgets.
3. Set up the prop shop. Make sure that the shop stock items are available.
4. Make sure that all stock props are in order and correct the problems that may exist.
5. Make sure that all shows in stock have a correct and up to date prop list.
6. Pull together all show props for rentals that may be going out during the season.
7. Set up all bookkeeping, purchase orders, check requests and petty cash accounts.
SEASON:
1. Contact Directors and Designers and check for any revisions that may have occurred.
2. Shop, select and/or fabricate all properties.
3. Assist stage management in preparations of props plots and running lists.
4. Coordinate repair of show properties with the Technical Director.
5. Coordinate props transfer from rehearsal space to the theater with the Stage Manager and Technical Director
6. Maintain prop budget to ensure proper fiscal management.
7. Supervise the packing and transfer of properties to each theater and rehearsal hall making sure the properties arrive in good condition.
LOAD-IN:
1. Check-in with the Technical Director and Production Stage manager at least daily.
2. Keep up with the needs of the Director, Set Designer, Stage Management in a timely fashion and according to budget.
3. Keep everyone informed of daily changes.
REHEARSALS:
1. Make sure all props are available on stage.
2. Attend all rehearsals on stage.
3. Instruct IATSE Property master in the use of all properties.
4. Work out all notes with the Director, Designer and Technical Director.
5. Make sure all notes are done in a timely and efficient manner.
PERFORMANCES:
1. Attend all performances, and check in with the Technical Director, Production Stage Manager and IATSE Properties Master to make sure that all props are in order.
2. Dress in a clean and neat fashion for all performances.
FT. LAUDERDALE:
1. Make sure that all props arrive and are in good condition.
2. Check in daily with the Technical Director.
3. Attend performances when requested by the Technical Director.
4. Attend strike and supervise the packing of the props.
POSTPRODUCTION:
1. Correct and update the props list noting where the props came from. A copy should go to stage management and the Technical Director.
2. Make sure all props are stored and returned.
SKILLS AND TRAINING:
1. Must have a B.A. in theater or comparable professional experience.
2. Understanding of Accounting and bookkeeping practices.
3. High organizational skills.
4. Ability to work within a budget.
5. Accurately project the material, construction and time cost for properties.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must be able to lift and carry 75 pounds.
2. Must be able to climb and work on a ladder.
3. Must be able to drive a truck.
4. Must have the vision and ability to safely operate power tools, stage rigging and equipment.
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience, thirty weeks of seasonal employment, weekly rate no less than $1,300.00 per week.
Please send resume and cover letter to Kevin G Mynatt, Senior Director, Production and Artistic Operations, kmynatt@fgo.org. No calls, please.
Florida Grand Opera is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Florida Grand Opera makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Desired Start Date: October 6, 2025
BENEFITS
Pay Range: $1,300 - $1,500 Weekly
HOW TO APPLY
Email resume/cover letter to Kevin Mynatt, Sr. Director, Production/Artistic Operations, kmynatt@fgo.org.
Application Deadline: July 11, 2025