Stephen Means
Senior Prop Manager @People Inc.
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Prop Manager @People Inc.
US
Lead a team of six full-time employees, including three prop stylists, two styling assistants, and a prop styling fellow, managing daily workflow, mentorship, and creative execution for high-volume food content production.•Oversee multiple concurrent project timelines, ensuring on-brand styling and timely delivery through clear communication and targeted feedback.•Manage an annual prop budget exceeding sourcing new and vintage items via online platforms, trade shows (including an annual buying trip to New York), and artist commissions to maintain a fresh and relevant inventory.•Developed and implemented an efficient organizational workflow for the prop room, significantly improving inventory accessibility, turnaround time, and team productivity.•Proactively recruit and manage freelance prop stylists to cover shoots during peak production periods and when full time staff stylists are out.
EDUCATION
University of Montevallo
Bachelor's Degree
Ramsay High School
High School
SKILLS
ABOUT STEPHEN MEANS
As Senior Prop Manager at People Inc. Food Studios, I’ve built my career around the intersection of creativity, logistics, and leadership. Since joining the team in 2021, I’ve grown from coordinator to a senior leadership role. Now overseeing a team of 8 consisting of full time and freelance, serving as the key point of contact for all freelance prop stylists.I specialize in creating visually compelling environments that bring editorial and branded content to life. I have curated an enviable prop collection by maximizing an annual budget. Commissioning custom collections from artisans, attending trade shows, sourcing from vintage and antique boutiques, and online shopping. I’m deeply involved in shaping the aesthetic standards behind some of the most recognized publications in the country.I thrive on streamlining complex workflows, building collaborative partnerships, and ensuring that every detail—from a custom ceramic plate to a vintage cake stand—tells a story. Whether working with national art teams or independent creators, my goal is to support stunning visuals with seamless, behind-the-scenes execution.Always open to connecting with fellow creatives, stylists, and production professionals who value thoughtful design and strong systems.
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