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Tecovas

Assistant Store Manager

Dedham, MA · On-site

... Assistant Store Manager that will contribute to a profitable and customer-centric environment ... and props BUSINESS OPERATIONS * Upholds and ensures compliance with shipments, transfers and ...

VDA, Inc.

Freelance Production Carpenter

Somerville, MA · On-site

$23.75 - $32.25/hr

Build scenic structures, platforms, walls, arches, and props using wood, metal, foam, or other ... Ensure compliance with safety protocols both in the shop and on-site. * Assist in loading and ...

AEG Worldwide

Stagehand - Royale

Boston, MA

$19 - $25.25/hr

... assist carpenters with scenery build, installation, video, sound and light production. Essential Functions * Responsible for assembling and setting up at the beginning of the scene (i.e. props ...

AEG Worldwide

Stagehand - Royale

Boston, MA · On-site

$19 - $25.25/hr

... assist carpenters with scenery build, installation, video, sound and light production. Essential Functions * Responsible for assembling and setting up at the beginning of the scene (i.e. props ...

AEG Presents

Stagehand - Royale

Boston, MA · On-site

$19 - $25.25/hr

... assist carpenters with scenery build, installation, video, sound and light production. Essential Functions * Responsibleforassemblingandsettingupatthebeginningofthescene(i.e.props,microphones ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for props assistant in Boston, MA is $23.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.47 and $26.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a props assistant?

Props Assistants are members of a film, television, or theater production team responsible for sourcing, organizing, and maintaining all the props used during a performance or shoot. They work under the supervision of the Props Master and ensure that each item is available, in good condition, and placed correctly for each scene. Props Assistants may also help with repairs, modifications, and the safe storage of props. Their work is essential for maintaining continuity and supporting the overall look and authenticity of a production.

What does a props assistant do?

As a Props Assistant, your daily tasks often involve preparing, organizing, and maintaining props for each scene, ensuring they are available and in good condition when needed on set. You'll work closely with the Props Master, art department, and production crew to track prop continuity and make quick adjustments based on director or script changes. The role requires flexibility, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines, often adapting to last-minute requests during shoots.

What skills and qualifications does a props assistant need?

To thrive as a Props Assistant, you need a solid understanding of set design, prop sourcing, and basic maintenance, often gained through practical experience or theater/film production courses. Familiarity with inventory management systems, hand tools, and sometimes budgeting software is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate under tight deadlines are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure that productions run smoothly, props are safe and accurate, and the creative vision is consistently supported.

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Infographic showing various Props Assistant job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,803 per year, or $23.9 per hour.

Berklee Theater Arts Collaborative (BTAC) Stage Manager

Berklee College of Music

Boston, MA • On-site

$17.51/hr

Part-time

Posted 21 days ago

Berklee College Of Music rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

363rd of 620 rated colleges and universities

Job description

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements:
  • Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
  • Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.
  • Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).
  • Remain in "valid" Visa status as applicable.
  • A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.
  • Federal Work Study student may apply.
  • In good disciplinary standing.
  • Must be located in the U.S.

For complete program details, please go to our website: www.berklee.edu/se.
The Stage Manager supports the class faculty in the scheduling and running of the class and rehearsals. The Stage Manager will assist in tracking script/running order changes and staging. The Stage Manager will assist the faculty in coordinating prop, costume, makeup, and set/lighting design plots developed by the students, and will also call cues during the show, assisted by two Assistant Stage Managers (students in the class). This is a challenging position coordinating 25 performers, an 18-piece orchestra, and a small tech team, along with many streams of information. Maintaining communication, information, and schedules is foremost. Ability to work independently and with attention to detail is crucial. The Stage Manager will become familiar with all aspects of mounting a major concert on the BPC stage.
The schedule is typically 4 hours/week plus some weekend rehearsals and one tech, along with outside organizational time. Hours are capped at a total of 70 for the semester, and the work schedule will be adjusted to keep within that total. The Stage Manager must follow Berklee's Covid-19 protocols.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Pre-Class
    • Create a Contact Sheet
    • Create a Rehearsal Schedule w/ the Director
    • Get the Ground Plan and Dimensions of the Performance Space
    • Tape Out Ground Plan, To Scale, in Rehearsal Space
    • Distribute Rehearsal Schedule
    • Prepare and Print YOUR Rehearsal Script
    • Print Company's Scripts
  • Rehearsal Process
    • Distribute Daily Rehearsal Calls
    • Call Break
    • 5 Minute Break AFTER 55 Minutes OR
    • 10 Minute Break AFTER 80 Minutes
    • Record Blocking Notes
    • Notate Script/Score Changes
    • Help Distribute Script/Score Changes
    • Assist with creating Props List
    • Assist with Create Costume List
    • Record Prop Tracking
    • Coordinate and help Facilitate Communication within the Design Team
    • Take notes each rehearsal and Send Rehearsal Reports
  • Tech Process
    • Create and Distribute Preset Lists for Backstage
    • Create and Distribute Run Sheets for Backstage
    • Manage Backstage Activity, likely facilitating backstage
    • Organize Backstage Traffic
    • Find Solutions to Potential Safety Problems (Glow Tape on Dark Pieces, etc.)
    • Continue Sending Rehearsal Reports
    • Move Scenery or Props
    • Possibly Operate Light, Sound, AV, or Automation boards
    • Have regular meetings with the director and music director debriefing about rehearsals
  • Performances
    • help facilitate the performances

Required skills and knowledge:
Ability to lift 20+ lbs, prior stage management experience or education equivalent
Required application Materials:
Resume & Cover Letter
Hourly Rate: $17.51
Hiring Manager: Rene Pfister

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