Property master
The property master, often called the prop(s) master, is an
Role
During preproduction, the props master develops a props breakdown. This is essentially mapping out the logical progression of each prop throughout the story. In film and television productions the props master maintains the logical progression while shooting by ensuring the props are positioned in their correct logical place for each scene according to the props breakdown. If the logical progression of a prop changes during shooting, the props breakdown is revised to reflect the change.[3]
This job description varies somewhat from country to country. In the United States,
The job is a collaboration with the
In professional theatre, the property master is responsible for the setup and organization of the props. The property master is directed by the director.
References
- ^ "Properties Master" (PDF). Barnard College Department of Theatre, Production Crew Job Descriptions. Retrieved 9 August 2019.
- ^ "Profile: props buyer". BBC Academy. BBC. 11 September 2017. Retrieved 9 August 2019.
- About.com. Retrieved 3 October 2018.