What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Assistant/Stage Manager: Musical Theatre Conservatory position at Barrington Stage Company?
Barrington Stage Company, an award-winning theatre company in the Berkshires (Pittsfield, MA), seeks a production assistant for the Musical Theatre Conservatory (June 16- August 8, 2025). This is a seasonal summer position.
The MTC production assistant, supports the Manager of the Musical Theatre Conservatory in all administrative and production aspects of the program, including scheduling and implementation of classes and daily activities, as well as Stage Managing the MTC Cabarets, Showcase and additional performance projects. This position includes weekend and evening work. The ideal candidate is interested in theatre education, directing, or theatre administration, and already has stage management experience and can apply those skills as needed within our program.
Barrington Stage has a three-fold mission: to produce top notch, compelling work; to develop new plays and musicals; and to engage our community with vibrant, inclusive educational outreach programs. BSC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. We strongly encourage candidates of color, and/or from diverse backgrounds/underrepresented groups to apply.
Primary Projects/Responsibilities:
- Stage Managing the MTC program including Classes, Cabarets, Showcase and additional performance projects.
- Sending out daily call with information on class schedule, location, and preparation needed.
- Help manage and delegate daily tasks to production teams, supervise show run crews, and provide on-site support in the absence of the Director
- Preparing class and production paperwork/music
- Basic office administration: maintaining student records, attendance, faculty paperwork
- Prepping and coordinating materials/spaces used for classes and rehearsals
- Communicate with students about schedule changes and details
- Attend classes/rehearsals when schedule allows
- Communicate regularly with the education department about feedback and the needs of students and visiting teachers in the conservatory
- Communicate with teachers, as directed, including distribution of payment
- Documenting the program- photo and video documentation, assisting with social media posts
- Work with Associate Director of Education to complete Playbill for MTC Cabarets
- Adhere to safe working practices that comply with festival safety protocols and align with facility protocols set forth by Barrington Stage Company
- Embrace BSC’ss commitment to DEIJA by actively participating in and encouraging behaviors among staff members and students that exemplify respect; interrupting microaggressions and other behaviors that hinder our DEIJA and Anti-Racism efforts; engaging in the diversification of the workforce; demonstrating a degree of cultural competency that encourages healthy relationships with all company members.
- Participate in end-of-session strike, breakdown, and debriefing in order to document insights to improve the position's processes and enhance the production management department's effectiveness for the following season.
Job Requirements:
- Strong organizational skills and a passion for theatre and education are imperative.
- A positive and encouraging attitude that aligns with the mission of the program.
- Must have experience working in a leadership position with peers, be able to communicate positively and effectively, and use discretion.
- Maintain attention to detail and a commitment to artistic quality.
- Stage Management experience
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic production environment and adapt to changing priorities and timelines.
- Must be capable of working long hours while standing. Valid driver’s license preferred.
- Proficiency in Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Drive - Sheets, Docs, Forms)
Ideal Qualifications:
- Creative background. Experience Teaching, Directing, or Producing are highly preferred.
- Social Media and/or Graphic Design knowledge and skills are beneficial but not required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to manage relationships with a diverse range of personalities
- An essential function of this job is in-person work in Pittsfield, MA.
Reports to the Associate Director of Education, Pay is $600 weekly exempt, with housing included.
Salary : $600
