rekvisiittityöntekijä

rekvisiittityöntekijä is a Finnish term that translates to "props person" or "props technician" in English. This role is crucial in theatrical productions, film shoots, and other visual media. A rekvisiittityöntekijä is responsible for sourcing, creating, managing, and maintaining all the objects that actors interact with on stage or in front of the camera. These items are known as props.

The duties of a rekvisiittityöntekijä are varied and depend on the scale of the production. They might be involved in researching historical accuracy for period pieces, designing and constructing custom props, acquiring items from rental houses or specialty shops, or even sourcing everyday objects that fit the scene. During rehearsals and performances, they ensure that props are placed correctly, are in good working order, and are readily available for the actors when needed. They often work closely with the set designer, director, and actors to ensure that the props enhance the storytelling and are visually appropriate.

On larger productions, there might be a props master who oversees the entire props department, with rekvisiittityöntekijä acting as their assistants or specialists in specific areas like props construction or props management. In smaller productions, one person might fulfill all these responsibilities. The ultimate goal of a rekvisiittityöntekijä is to provide the necessary physical elements that help bring the fictional world to life and support the narrative without drawing undue attention to themselves.