What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Theatre Staff - Stage Manager position at City of Lakeville?
The Lakeville Area Arts Center is seeking a Stage Manager to join our team. As a Stage Manager, you will play a crucial role in bringing our productions to life.
RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS:
The Stage Manager
In this role, you will:
- Collaborate with the director to realize their artistic vision
- Communicate effectively with cast, director, producer, and props manager
- Assist in auditions and maintain cast lists
- Manage props and movable set pieces during performances
- Prepare rehearsal and performance spaces
- Assist in striking set and cleaning up after shows
The Stage Manager position is hired on a show-by-show basis.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY- Participate in bringing the director’s vision for a production to fruition.
- Communicate any cast concerns to director and Arts Center Manager.
- Assist in running auditions and maintaining all resumes, headshots, and cast lists.
- Stage Manager will be the main communicator between cast, director, producer, and props manager.
- Maintain all props and movable set pieces during performances. This may include the supervision and use of items such as a fog machine. May also involve working with technicians throughout each performance.
- Collaborate with the producer to collect headshots and bios for the show program.
- Prepare space and materials for rehearsals and performances. Assist in striking set and clean up after final performance.
RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS:
The Stage Manager
- Is under the immediate general and technical supervision of the Arts Center Manager.
- Responds to requests or inquiries from the production director, producer, and props manager.
- Communicates and works effectively with other City personnel and patrons.
- Sharp eye for detail.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work a variety of hours, including evenings and weekends.
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Proven work experience as a Stage Manager or similar role
- Relevant training and/or certifications as a Stage Manager
- Experience/Knowledge about Theatre Light and Sound Operation
Salary : $11
