Student Stage Manager

Position Objective:

Working under the supervision of the Production Manager and Technical Director, the Stage Manager will work in a variety of areas including stage, sound, lighting and video. Stage Manager will lead and participate in setups, strikes, rehearsals, and show shifts for specific events. They will serve as the communication manager, when needed, between the client and the MPAC student staff. They will lead show shifts with duties that include, unlocking the building, ensuring stage is properly set up, handling any last minute client requests during rehearsals, ensuring the MPAC team stays on schedule, coordinating the house opening and show beginning, overseeing a smooth show, leading strike and locking up the building. Occasionally, they may fill a show specific show role such as Video Switcher or Front of House Operator.

Additionally, they will come in for non-show shifts to assist with admin paperwork that is relevant to their client's events. They will also take the lead in equipment and building organization, and assist with maintenance and upkeep projects.

Pay rate- $15 to $18/hr depending on experience, yearly performance evaluations come with appropriate raises

Requirements:

• Proven experience (+2 years) working in a theater, hall or other performance-related venue

• Technical proficiency in the areas of stage operations, lighting, sound and/or video

• Experience working in a backstage environment (+2 years)

• Experience in leading a team

• Familiarity with basic safety measures and practices as it related to performance venues

• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with coworkers, teammates and outside parties/vendors.

Expectations

• Be a team player with excellent communication skills

• Follow directions and be able to receive coaching

• Be able to use problem-solving abilities and have a strong attention to detail

• Demonstrate punctuality, professionalism and a pleasant demeanor

• Wear appropriate dress per day

• Use performance and building specific knowledge to forecast client needs