Temporary Assistant Stage Manager

Essential Functions/Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Create appropriate paperwork for the show, including but not limited to: prop tracking, run sheets, scene breakdown, entrance/exit plot, and who/what/where.
• Assist with the scheduling, coordinating and recording information from production meetings.
• Collaborate with Production Stage Manager to schedule and run rehearsals as assigned, and to prepare and distribute rehearsal reports, schedules and changes.
• Aid in supervising rehearsals, tech and dress rehearsals, and backstage needs as assigned by the Production Stage Manager.
• Aid in the creation of prompt books, run sheets and production checklists.
• Train and oversee student Assistant Stage Managers and student-run crew.
• Supervise backstage activities during tech and dress rehearsals, and performances.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience practical experience as an Assistant Stage Manager for Theater, Opera, and/or Dance.

Knowledge Required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google suite.

Skills and Abilities Required

• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills.
• Exceptional facilitation and communication skills.
• Ability to read or follow scores (strongly preferred).
• Ability to work independently.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Student Assistant Stage Manager(s)
• Production Technicians
• Student Crew

Work Environment

• Indoor environments, some with low light: office space, stages, backstage areas, dressing rooms, storage spaces, costume shop
• Seated and standing positions

Special Working Conditions, Physical Requirements, etc.

• Ability to climb short ladders
• Ability to lift objects of up to 30 pounds
• Nights and weekends required

Pay

Hourly Rate: $28

Schedule

Nights and weekends are required.