Description
Arrange props on the stage in preparation of a performance.
Alternative labels
set out props on stage
present the props
pre-setting props
arrange props on stage
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Preset props is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Miniature set designer: Miniature set designers design and build miniature props and sets of motion pictures. They build models used for visual effects that meet the look and requirements of the production Miniature set designers cut material using hand tools to construct three-dimensional props and sets.
Prop master/prop mistress: Prop masters/mistresses setup, prepare, check and maintain objects used on stage by actors or other small movable objects called props. They cooperate with road crew to unload, set up and prepare the props. During a performance they position props, hand them over or take them back from the actors.
Optional skill
Preset props is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Scenery technician: Scenery technicians setup, prepare, check and maintain pre-assembled sets in order to provide optimal scenery quality for a live performance. They cooperate with road crew to unload, set up and move equipment and sets.
References
- Preset props – ESCO
