Job Description
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The part-time, temporary, stage manager (SM) in performing Arts will provide practical and organizational support to the director, actors, designers, stage crew, and technicians throughout the production process. They are also the director’s representative during rehearsals and performances, making sure that the production runs smoothly and maintains its artistic integrity. During rehearsals, the director and the SM work side by side, with the SM recording the director’s decisions about blockingand notes for the actors, keeping track of logistical details, and communicating what goes on in rehearsals to the rest of the team.
Responsibilities
- Scheduling and running rehearsals
- Documenting and communicating rehearsal and performance progress though the production timeline
- Overseeing performances and maintaining the director’s creative vision
- Procuring paperwork to facilitate rehearsals and performances
- Attending production meetings and mainstreaming
- communications between the director and the production team.
- Coordinating technical elements and labor for performances
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Understanding of Technical Theatre and design concepts
- Experience serving as a communication link for large groups of people
- Ability to work a varied schedule based on production needs
- Evening and weekend hours are required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Desired Qualifications
- Experience running and managing groups of people in rehearsal and performance environments
- Experience developing processes for theatrical operations
Special Instructions to Applicants
At Chapman University, we believe collaboration thrives through in-person engagement. This position is fully on campus, and employees work alongside colleagues, faculty, students, and staff each day to support our vibrant university community.
Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate
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