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Props Technician Course

What will I learn?

Take your theatre career to the next level with our Props Technician Course, designed for both those just starting out and experienced folks. Get skilled in project management, budgeting, and working together with production teams. Improve your abilities in managing props, looking after logistics, and keeping things in good nick. Really get into creative visualising using sketching, digital tools, and taking on board feedback. Learn advanced crafting, finding sustainable materials, and construction methods. Build up your presentation and communication skills, and get to know design principles like choosing the right materials and using colour effectively. Sign up now for a thorough and top-notch learning experience.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online course with lifetime access
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
Online support always available
Select and arrange the chapters you wish to study
Customize your course workload
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study anytime, no internet connection required

Develop skills

Enhance the growth of the practical skills listed below

Get good at budgeting so props are sorted properly and costs are kept down.

Work well with all sorts of different production teams.

Put in place good systems for keeping track of props and knowing what's in stock.

Use digital tools to picture props in new and interesting ways.

Get better at crafting and finding materials that are good for the environment.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before starting, you can modify the chapters and the workload.

  • Select which chapter to commence with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can include

You’ll be able to generate additional chapters similar to the examples below

This is a free course focused on personal and professional growth. It does not equate to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate qualification, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.