As a Prop Master/Prop Mistress, you will need to master following:

• adapt props
• adapt to artists' creative demands
• build devices into props
• change over props
• define prop building methods
• develop prop effects
• ensure visual quality of the set
• maintain props
• manage stage effects
• prepare stage effects
• preset props
• prevent fire in a performance environment
• safeguard artistic quality of performance
• set up pyrotechnical equipment
• understand artistic concepts
• work safely with chemicals
• work safely with mobile electrical systems under supervision

More generally, a prop master/prop mistress is also versed in:

• follow safety procedures when working at heights
• hand props to actors
• organise resources for artistic production
• prepare personal work environment
• translate artistic concepts to technical designs
• use personal protection equipment
• use technical documentation
• work ergonomically
• work safely with machines
• work with respect for own safety

It also helps to know the following:

• assemble performance equipment
• assemble scenic elements on stage
• assemble the rehearsal set
• consult with stakeholders on implementation of a production
• define prop materials
• design props
• document your own practice
• draw prop sketches
• draw up artistic production
• instruct on set up of equipment
• maintain stage weapons
• mark the stage area
• modify scenic elements during performance
• obtain pyrotechnic permits
• obtain stage weapon permits
• operate pyrotechnical control
• organise stage
• plan pyrotechnical effects
• plan weapon use on stage
• prepare stage weapons
• purchase props
• purchase stage weapons
• set up equipment in a timely manner
• store performance equipment
• store pyrotechnical materials
• store stage weapons
• train actors in the use of weapons
• work safely with stage weapons
• advise client on technical possibilities
• develop professional network
• keep personal administration
• manage consumables stock
• manage personal professional development
• perform first fire intervention