Which role handles all prop management for the production?

• A. Editor
• B. Script Supervisor
• C. Property Master
• D. Production Designer

Answer: (C)

The role responsible for all prop management on a production is the Property Master. This person oversees every item that appears on screen and is used by actors or crew, from selection and acquisition to tracking, storage, and maintenance. They ensure items are available when needed, look appropriate for the scene, and stay consistent across takes and scenes. They also handle safety, repairs, substitutions, and coordination with the art department to match the script’s period, style, and mood. In short, the Property Master is the point person for sourcing, managing, and safeguarding props throughout the production.

The editor works with footage after filming to assemble scenes. The script supervisor tracks continuity of dialogue, action, and props but does not handle the props themselves. The production designer shapes the overall visual concept and environment, including set design and decorating, but the day-to-day management and provisioning of props fall to the Property Master.