12 video guides

Clear, honest videos where we break down what prop making actually is, how people really enter the industry, how to learn the skills, how portfolios work, how to apply for jobs, and what the day-to-day reality can look like. All the things I wish I knew before I started. 

Deep dive into departments

A dedicated video class walking through the different prop making departments and roles and how they vary by country and production. With an accompanying PDF outlining what each department does, the most needed skills and commonly used materials. So you can understand where you might actually fit.

My personal journey

The real version. How I went from zero experience to working as a prop maker around the world. What worked, what didn’t, what I misunderstood, and what I wish someone had told me earlier.

About the Guide

This guide is here to give you a clear understanding of what it’s actually like to work as a prop maker, and what is expected of you in this industry. It’s designed to give you the best possible tools to make a confident decision about whether, and how , to pursue this as a career. I get asked the same questions over and over again: How do you become a prop maker? What did you study - and what did you actually do? What should I include in my portfolio? How do you find the jobs? Can you tell me your story? Instead of answering these one by one, I wanted to put everything into one honest, practical guide. This is not a course teaching you specific techniques. It’s a guide to help you understand the industry, make your own decisions, and figure out your next steps. 

Email template

A real example email I’ve personally used when reaching out to workshops - so you understand how to approach people, not just who to contact.

CV template

A clear example CV that shows a clean and clear structure.

Links to different platforms

Platforms listed in different sections. These are platforms I’ve personally used to build portfolios, CVs and learn skills.

About your guide

I'm Nadja. A film industry prop maker originally from Finland. I'm here to guide and inspire you towards expressing your creativity and succeeding in your projects. Because I'm a firm believer that: If you feel like you want to do something, it's because you're meant to be doing it.  Whether it's something as simple as doing your first creative project, or becoming a film industry prop maker. I practice what I preach. I used to work in the restaurant industry as a restaurant manager in my early twenties. After visiting Wētā Cave during my holidays in New Zealand, I woke up to my true calling - to become a film industry prop maker and build fantasy worlds for a living. There was only one problem - I had never done anything creative before. I turned my whole life around and went to study model making in Ikaalinen College of Crafts and Design, and started sending my portfolio around everywhere. I have since then worked in many different countries and workshops – New Zealand and Wētā Workshop being the latest one. I have specialised in sculpting, mold making, casting, prop making and building large-scale sculptures. This all has given me a wide understanding of the different areas of prop making and how it's done in different countries, with different materials. I believe expressing our creativity and chasing our passions is essential – and not only on a personal level. By following your passion and living to your truest potential, you will also activate and inspire others to do the same. I'm so excited to have you here.

Course Curriculum

5 Chapters · 15 Lessons

  1. 1

    Welcome to the guide

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      Welcome!

  2. 2

    What is prop making?

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      What is prop making?

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      Departments

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      Day to Day

  3. 3

    Learning the skills

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      Learning the skills

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      Skills I've needed the most

  4. 4

    Applying for work

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      Portfolios

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      Applying for work

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      Social media

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    Final words

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      Reality check

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      Reflections

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      My journey

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      FAQ

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      Thank you for joining!

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      Guide feedback

FAQ

These are the most commonly asked questions about the guide. When do I get access to the guide? You get immediate access after purchase. You can go through the guide entirely at your own pace (as fast or as slow as you like) and return to any section at any time during your access period. How long do I have access to the guide? You will have access for one year after purchase. The price is shown in euros. Can I purchase this guide if I’m outside the EU? Yes. Even if you’re outside the EU, you can still purchase the guide. Your bank will automatically convert the payment from euros into your local currency. Is this guide only relevant for people working in Europe? No. This guide is designed to be useful wherever you are in the world. It’s based on my personal experience working in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, so some specifics may vary depending on your country. The advice itself is universal and not tied to specific schools, workshops, or country-specific systems. Will this guide teach me how to make props? No. This guide does not teach specific prop making techniques. Instead, it focuses on what prop making actually is, how and where to learn the skills, and how to start approaching the industry. The goal is to give you clarity on your next steps - wherever you’re based. I’ve already done some prop making, but don’t know how to enter the industry. Is this guide still helpful? Yes. The guide includes my approach to building portfolios and applying for work internationally. If you’re unsure how to move from personal projects into professional work, this guide will help you get started. Will this guide help me get hired? This guide is designed to help you understand what skills to build, how to start looking for work, and how to approach workshops and productions. It does not guarantee a job - every journey is unique -  but it gives you a much clearer framework for moving forward. How long does the guide take to complete? Watching the videos back-to-back takes just under two hours. Many people prefer to go through it slowly and revisit sections as they reflect and plan their next steps. What is the refund policy? Because this is a digital product with immediate access, all sales are final and non-refundable.

Prop making - A Guide before you begin

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