Assistant Stage Manager

**This application is for a resident or continuous employment ASM openings that Hale Centre Theatre is looking to fill in the next few months to start in the fall. 

Assistant Stage Manager will provide assistance in the stage managerial duties included in the daily operation of shows in the Jewel Box and Centre Stage Theatre's under the supervision and leadership of the assigned Production Stage Manager. The Stage Manager’s responsibilities will include various tasks in regards to rehearsals and performances and being a contributing member of the stage management team at HCT. The Stage Management team as a whole supervises rehearsal studio and on-stage rehearsals and performances and participates in planning related to rehearsal preparation, rehearsals, production meetings, department staffing, production logistics, technical processes, and stage management training. The Stage Manager assists in providing leadership to the show crew, as well as oversight and logistical coordination of the technical operations of the production.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works as an active participant in achieving artistic goals, ensuring consistent quality, guaranteeing a high level of performance maintenance, and preserving highest production values for all Hale Centre Theatre productions.
• Communicates feedback and notes for the cast and crew to the PSM and gives said feedback and/or notes to the appropriate parties as directed by the PSM. 
• Assists in creating and updating production paperwork and handles special projects as assigned.
• Shares responsibility for the creation, maintenance, and accuracy of each running and/or cue sheets, and production checklists for management and archive purposes. 
• Follows LORT/AEA work rules and hours; helps plan and publish schedule overviews for rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances; and provides daily guidance and feedback to technical crew.
• Ensures the creation, maintenance and accuracy of each production running and/or cue sheets, and production checklists for management and archive purposes.
• Provides daily feedback to the stage management team to ensure that rehearsal and performance reports are descriptive, accurate and published in a timely manner.
• Responsible for following and assists the PSM in the administering of the rules, regulations and guidelines set forth by Hale Centre Theatre. Assists the PSM in driving and supporting initiatives of the Producer(s), Director, Choreographer, and all production management team members and communicating these initiatives to the Cast and Crew. 
• Maintains stage management office as an organized and up-to-date center of communication. 
• Attends meetings with the stage management staff to share theatre information, administrative protocols, and performance protocols with the team.
• Participates in the development trainings for the stage management team. Commits to fully contribute to the process, develop skills, and receive promotion or move up to Stage Manage projects as appropriate.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

WORKS CLOSELY WITH:

• Stage Management Team
• Production Manager
• Company Manager
• Actors and guest artists
• Show Run Crews (Technicians, Follow spots, Dressers, Wig Crew)
• Technical Director
• Producers
• Resident and Guest Designers

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Associates Degree in Theatre Arts (Stage Management) or 3 years related experience (stage manager, assistant stage manager, or production assistant) or equivalent combination of training, education and/or experience as a stage manager working in professional theatre, and large-scale musicals and/or touring experience.
• Possesses thorough understanding of theatrical stage show operations and processes.
• Proven leadership skills and a polished professional demeanor around clients, executives, and talent including excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and diplomacy skills.
• Ability to communicate on various organizational levels with strong interpersonal and organizational skills through well-developed communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as contracts, blueprints, ground plans, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, safety manuals and hiring guidelines, as well as to write routine reports and correspondence.  
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form, and the ability to interpret diverse instructions and solve practical problems through creative thinking and problem solving.
• Understanding of theatrical terms and directions.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Knowledge and experience in working with unions (e.g. AEA, SDC, IATSE).
• Technical knowledge of safe working procedures.
• Technical knowledge and experience working with scenic elements, stage sets, props, lighting systems, electricity, costumes, sound equipment, rigging equipment, and automated systems. 
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
• Strong project, organizational, research and time management skills, including the ability to work independently and prioritize workload.
• Ability to maintain artistic direction, rehearse understudies/replacements, and direct a rehearsal.
• Ability to work proficiently with a variety of computer programs, including, but not limited to: MS Word, Excel, Google Suite.

This position requires full availability (Monday-Saturday), including nights, weekends, and holidays. Shifts will typically be scheduled between the following hours: Monday-Friday - 2:00pm-11:00pm, Saturday - 10:30am-11:00pm.

Minimum base hourly rate for this position is $25/hour. Compensation commensurate with experience. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, and qualifications.