Stage Manager

Lakeville Area Arts Center and Expressions Community Theater are seeking individuals to fill the role of Stage Manager. The purpose of this positions is to support and organize the teams involved in a theatre production. This includes participation in auditions and rehearsals as well as attendance at all performances and strike. ___________________________________________________________________________________________

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.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Sharp eye for detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work a variety of hours, including evenings and weekends.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Proven work experience as a Stage Manager or similar role

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant training and/or certifications as a Stage Manager
• Experience/Knowledge about Theatre Light and Sound Operation