Deputy Stage Manager - Illusions & Automation Specialist

Wynn Al Marjan Island; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah seeks a highly skilled Deputy Stage Manager to support daily performances and rehearsals. You will call cues, manage stage operations, and coordinate automation and illusion elements under pressure.

The role requires experience with diverse cast members, reading music, and strong leadership to guide performers and crew through safety-focused procedures. On-site position in UAE.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent work-related experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of four (4) years management experience working as a Deputy Stage Manager for a large-scale theatrical or production show with automated systems or similar position.
• Must have experience working with a variety of cast members.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of automation and rigging which apply to cueing and creating a safe work environment for performers and crew.
• Must also have knowledge of lighting, audio and carpentry.
• Prior experience working with Illusions a plus.
• Must have the ability to read music.
• Must be able to discipline performers and perform under pressure.
• Must have the ability to direct and motivate the performers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Stage Manager with managing daily performances and rehearsals.
• Run rehearsals as required, which may include calling of cues and the ability to execute in show-like conditions.
• Must understand all lifts winches scenic elements and illusions.
• Support the Stage Manager in calling the show and assist in maintaining control of technical and performance elements.
• Assist with deck track operations during performances when required.
• Help produce the daily rehearsal schedule communicate and distribute the daily schedule as directed.
• Support performer management across theater levels and assist with apparatus coordination.
• Provide sound support during rehearsals when needed.
• Assist in maintaining the cast line-up schedule and support performer track rotations.
• Help maintain and post daily sign-in sheets Assist the Stage Manager with managing the performers in terms of safety time management efficiency and communication.
• Work with the Stage Management team to rehearse and implement safety procedures.
• Support problem-solving efforts during performances or rehearsals and communicate issues appropriately.
• Assist in orienting new performers and providing theater tours.
• Support performer understanding of schedules safety measures and stage management protocols.
• Assist the Stage Manager with the Stage Management bible which includes the gathering of information from all technical departments updating the various forms that are in the bible and updating other information as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Stage management

Cueing

Reading music

People management

Discipline under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Automation systems

Rigging

Lighting

Audio

Carpentry

Illusions

Job description

Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah seeks a highly skilled Deputy Stage Manager to support daily performances and rehearsals. You will call cues, manage stage operations, and coordinate automation and illusion elements under pressure.

The role requires experience with diverse cast members, reading music, and strong leadership to guide performers and crew through safety-focused procedures. On-site position in UAE.