Job Description
STAGE MANAGER Passionate about arts? Looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to make a difference in your community? We’re looking for creative, motivated people like you! The Stage Manager provides practical and organizational support to directors, actors, designers, stage crew and technicians throughout the production process for the New Hazlett’s self-produced CSA Performance Series. They are the director's representative during performances, making sure that the CSA productions run smoothly. The ideal candidate has multi-faceted experience in all aspects of theater and d emonstrates commitment to safety and safe theater practices. The Stage Manager is an employee of the New Hazlett Theater , reporting to the Creative Programs Manager.
New Hazlett team members embrace the theater’s mission to create dynamic art through innovation and collaboration. We provide vital resources to creators from all backgrounds to enrich our cultural community, and respect and present diverse artists and ideas. We are committed to eliminating bias with regard to race, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, ability, heritage, culture, religion and tradition, both on stage and off, and are willing to interrupt behaviors that impede our DEAI efforts.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: - Attend events related to the CSA performance series, as scheduled with the Creative Programs Manager, including production meetings, rehearsals, load-ins, load-outs, and performances.
- Available for meetings with the theater, artists, designers, and/or technical crew.
- Maintain the prompt book; keep track of changes in the script, blocking, light, sound, music, costume, and/or set change cues, and communicate these to the appropriate parties.
- Ensure that props and set dressings are in their proper places during rehearsals and performances.
- Create a detailed plan of the various movements, actions, and cues of the running of the show with the technical crew.
- Attend to the backstage area, making sure props, costumes, microphones, instruments and other necessary materials are properly set and struck as needed.
- Coordinate with the House Manager the exact time the curtain goes up, which may vary from performance to performance.
- Cue the performers and technical crew during each performance.
- Maintain cleanliness of the rehearsal space and theater during rehearsals and performances by attending to the cleaning of stage surfaces, storing props, costumes, and other performance related materials appropriately, and directing cast and crew to remove garbage and food from the theater or rehearsal space upon exit.
- Arrive early to the theater for rehearsals/performances to check in all talent and properly prepare the space.
- Edit rehearsal schedule. Communicate call times/schedule details to cast and crew.
- Create and circulate rehearsal and performance notes.
- Ensure the safety of all persons and property associated with the production by being familiar with fire, safety, weapon, and other regulations that govern the theater.
- Inform all company members of the proper rules and regulations during rehearsals and performances, and ensure they understand and abide by them. Respectfully inform company members if they are in violation of any of the rules and regulations. Report to Creative Programs Manager or Production Manager if violations persist.
Not sure you meet all our qualifications? Don’t think of this job description as a mandatory, comprehensive list. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. Whether you’re returning to work after a gap in employment or simply looking to transition, we would love to hear from you. Use your cover letter to tell us about your interest in the arts and what you could bring to this role.
Job Requirements Experience - A minimum of three years of experience in stage management for the live theater, an equivalent position in broadcast television, or film, or the equivalent in educational experience in the same field.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Strong verbal communications skills: ability to communicate with a broad range of stakeholders in a pressured environment.
- Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to multi-task, reprioritize and meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal, and collaborative skills.
- Excellent personnel management skills.
- Ability to quickly identify and provide recommendations on issues.
- Highly motivated to work independently and remain calm under pressure.
- Knowledge of lighting and sound consoles a plus.
- Reading music and knowledge of choreographic terms is a plus.
- Commitment to NHT’s mission, and to the principles of diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion both on stage and off, and the willingness to interrupt behaviors that impede our DEAI efforts.
Language Requirements, other than English: Not Applicable
Licenses or Certifications: CPR/First Aid & AED – Offered buy employer
Other Requirements: The ability and technology necessary to telework when required; access to reliable transportation for onsite work.
Physical, mental demands and working conditions: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The New Hazlett will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- An employee in this position works in a theatrical environment.
- The position frequently requires the employee to communicate well with others (e.g., in person, via telephone, via email).
- The employee must be able to solve problems, concentrate, multi-task, prioritize, and coordinate with multiple individuals to complete essential tasks.
- An employee in this position is required to move throughout the workplace, climb stairs, sit, possess gross motor skills, use hands to write and/or type, reach with hands and arms, communicate effectively, and see, talk and hear.
Working Hours : Shifts will vary depending upon production requirements. This position will work a flexible schedule, including frequent nights and weekends.
Expectation : This is a seasonal, part time, non-exempt position. The three performances of the 2025 CSA Season will run January – April 2025. Training for this position will begin in October 2024, with rehearsal schedules still to be determined. Total work during this period is expected to be approximate 300 hours, with rehearsal schedules still to be determined.
Number of Direct Reports : Not applicable
Compensation: Pay rate $18.50 per hour.
The New Hazlett Theater is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other protected class .
Employment is contingent upon your successful completion of a professional, educational, and criminal background check. At the time of employment, you must also present documentation indicating that you are legally authorized to work in the United States. Full Covid-19 vaccination is required, barring a legal exemption.
To Apply: The New Hazlett Theater is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable .
Employment may be contingent upon your successful completion of a professional and criminal background check. At the time of employment, you must also present documentation indicating that you are legally authorized to work in the United States.
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