Props Apprentice & Builder

Company Overview

Who We Are:

Based in Stratford, Ontario, the Stratford Festival is one of the world’s foremost repertory theatre companies. It operates year-round, presenting a season of about a dozen plays each year between the months of April and November, a rich stream of digital content and hundreds of events designed to deepen understanding of the plays. For every person a theatregoer sees on our stages, we have seven people working behind the scenes, some of the world’s most dedicated and experienced arts workers.

The Stratford Festival is committed to ongoing work to support equity, inclusion, anti-racism and anti-oppression in all areas of our work. These areas include play selection, casting, marketing and public relations efforts, education programs, production, design, recruitment of staff and volunteers, and the composition of the Board of Directors.

Why You Should Apply:

• Creative work environment     
• Employee Assistance Program to encourage work-life balance and strong mental health
• Complimentary & discounted ticket offers and events
• Employee discounts on merchandise and event space
• Being a part of the magic of live theatre!

Job Description

These positions reports to the Head of Properties or designate and is part of the Production Department team.  

A portfolio is required at the interview.

Apprentice Responsibilities:

• Join the Props Team to assist with all aspects of Props building and Buying under the supervision of Senior Props Builders, Buyers and Head of Properties
• Projects may include carving, sculpting, welding & metal work, fibreglassing, soft props, 3D printing, graphics, woodworking and more 
• Work with Designers, Assistant Designers, production staff and craftspeople as required

Builder Responsibilities:

• Broad range of props construction experience in a professional theatrical environment
• Proficient in Upholstery and 3D printing
• Good organizational, time management skills and problem solving
• Work with Designers , Assistant Designers other Production Staff , as required

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Apprentice Qualifications:

• Post–secondary education in Fine Arts, Theatre Arts or a related filed and some theatre production experience.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Experience in theatrical construction and techniques
• Basic tool use and comfortable with power tools
• Understand schedules and deadlines
• Knowledge of Health and Safety 
• Manual material lifting of Props or building materials up to 50 lbs.

Builder Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Fine Arts or Theatre Production
• 5+ years of experience (Preferred)
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• Eye for detail and ability to read drawings
• Ability to troubleshoot and work well under pressure
• Manual material lifting of Props or building materials up to 50 lbs.