The Chargehand Dressing Prop leads the dressing props team to dress the set at the start of each shoot to make sure the director’s vision for the look of the set is achieved.
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The Chargehand Dressing Prop leads the dressing props team to dress the set at the start of each shoot to make sure the director’s vision for the look of the set is achieved.
Role and Responsibilities
- Ensure (with the props master and props storeman) that the correct props are sent out to the set and liaise with the set decorator so the props/dressing are placed in the correct positions.
- Manage the dressing team to ensure the set is dressed to very tight schedules.
- Responsible for striking or undressing the set once the scene has been shot.
- Be prepared to work with materials such as fabrics and flooring, and to use basic tools.
Works with
- Director
- Director of Photography
- Props Master
- Set Director
- Standby Art Director
Qualities - Chargehand Dressing Prop
Is this role right for me?
For this role, you need:
Experience working in props. Ability to understand and work to a design brief.
Attention to detail. Knowledge of how to dress a set for a period film.
Knowledge of art and design, as well as basic DIY and craft skills.
Strong communication skills to manage team and communicate with director and other personnel on set.
Ability to be flexible, and to trouble shoot problems as they might arise.
Strong knowledge of health and safety on set.
Ability to work long hours in a physically demanding role.
Ability to work to tight deadlines.
Knowledge of and ability to follow all relevant health and safety guidelines.
Interests - Chargehand Dressing Prop
This occupation is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Creative
Creative people are drawn to careers and activities that enable them to take responsibility for the design, layout or sensory impact of something (visual, auditory etc). They may be atrracted to the traditional artistic pursuits such as painting, sculpture, singing, or music. Or they may show more interest in design activities, such as architecture, animation, or craft areas, such as pottery and ceramics.
Creative people use their personal understanding of people and the world they live in to guide their work. Creative people like to work in unstructured workplaces, enjoy taking risks and prefer a minimum of routine.
Entry / Progression - Chargehand Dressing Prop
Education Route: Having a qualification is not essential, but a background in Art and Design and Film Studies could be useful.
Career Path to Chargehand Dressing Prop: There are no usual career paths to chargehand dressing prop. Experience within other areas in the prop department is beneficial.
Career Path from Chargehand Dressing Prop: Department Leadership - Set Decoration, Creative Leadership.
