What are the responsibilities and job description for the Stage Manager position at Knott's Berry Farm?
Job Title:
Production Supervisor
About the Role:
This is a key position that provides practical and organizational support to directors, actors, designers, stage crew and technicians throughout the production process.
Main Responsibilities:
- Supervise cast and associates during load-in, rehearsal, and run of theatre productions and special events.
- Maintain operational safety, efficiency, show quality, and associate compliance.
- Provide directions, support, proper training, and participate in carrying out work required to execute all entertainment shows, events, and facility maintenance.
- Assure technical performance standards, SOP's, and proper policy and procedures are being exhibited and enforce them when they are not.
- Interact with company manager on all stage shows to ensure show content is always performed at the expected performance levels.
- Provide associate job performance feedback, counseling, and low-level discipline as needed.
- Ensure associate time-keeping standards are maintained on a daily basis.
- Communicate department status to supervisor on an ongoing basis, including operational issues, associate concerns, guest complaints, special requests, losses, and any other unusual situation in order to maintain smooth operations.
- Provide guest service according to Six Flags standards when serving the guest or working with subordinates, including initiating guest interactions, answering questions, and giving directions.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety in assigned work area and perform all duties in compliance with Six Flags Safety guidelines and requirements and report all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervision.
- Meet scheduling availability requirements, including nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.
- Meet Six Flags' attendance requirements as outlined in Six Flags' attendance policies.
- Adhere to Six Flags' Rules of Conduct including specific costuming and grooming standards as outlined in Employee Guidelines and other park/division-specific policies and procedures.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements:
- Associate's degree in Stage Management (Bachelor's degree in Theatre Arts preferred)
- 2-4 years professional experience
- Trained and experienced in working with directors, actors, and technical crews during the rehearsing and running of theatrical productions.
- Ability to display calmness under pressure. Demonstrate confidence and decision-making ability. Have an ability to multi-task and 'think on your feet.' Display patience and tact.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, stage drawings, lighting, and stage plots.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.
- Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include but is not limited to credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education, and personal references per Company policy unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.
Working Environment: This role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines. The Production Supervisor will work closely with directors, actors, designers, stage crew, and technicians to ensure smooth production processes.
Physical Demands: The Production Supervisor will be required to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and move quickly in response to emergency situations.
What We Offer: We offer a competitive hourly rate of $28.00 and opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
Salary : $28