Show Supervisor, Live Music

About the role

RWS Global is seeking an experienced and musically knowledgeable Show Supervisor to support the preparation, rehearsal, and successful deployment of our live music talent. Reporting to the Creative Production Manager, Live Music, this role serves as a key liaison between performers, creative teams and production staff throughout the onboarding and rehearsal process.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee in-house rehearsals, sound checks, Presentation Sets and virtual review sessions
• Maintain a consistent presence in rehearsals, providing musical coaching, guidance and real-time support to performers and musical staff
• Serve as a primary point of contact for performers throughout the rehearsal and onboarding process
• Oversee the readiness, maintenance, inventory and organization of rehearsal technology, musical instruments, backline equipment and related assets
• Attend Company Connection calls, departmental meetings, and cross-functional planning sessions as required
• Provide regular updates, observations and recommendations to the Creative Production Manager, Live Music

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance, Music Education, or equivalent professional experience
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in music direction, musician casting, or live music production
• Strong music direction experience with high-level sight-reading ability
• Deep understanding of instrumental techniques and talent evaluation
• Experience working across cruise, theme park, or large-scale live entertainment environments preferred
• Knowledge of national and international audition markets beyond NYC/LA
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Resourceful, proactive, and solutions-oriented
• Proficiency in Mac OS and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Experience with DAWs (Logic Pro, Ableton, QLab)
• Proficiency in music notation software (Sibelius, MuseScore)
• Working knowledge of AV systems, including Behringer X32 and Wing