Touring Stage Manager - Theater & Dance Tech Lead

Stage-Mate; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme for own projects

Diverse productions in theater, dance,

Work at home and abroad

A young and fun team, where you will

Regular team drinks or outings

Job summary

Stage-Mate, a young live entertainment company based in Amsterdam, seeks an experienced stage manager for theatre and dance touring in the Netherlands and abroad. You will liaise between the director, performers and technical crew, ensuring smooth, safe shows and serving as on-site primary contact for theaters on tour.

You will lead the technical team, set up sets, cue the fly system, and assist the technical producer during rehearsals. Driver's license B required and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• Independent working capability and self-motivation.
• Strong technical and creative insight in live production.
• Ability to adapt quickly when plans change.

Responsibilities

• Travel with touring companies and ensure the production runs as intended at every theater.
• Responsible for setting up the set on stage.
• Directing the theater technicians and cueing the fly system.
• Assist the technical producer during rehearsals in preparing for the performance.
• Coordinate the performance with theaters and venues in advance.
• Ensuring safety on and off stage.
• Managing the technical team.

Skills

Independent working

Technical and creative insight

Adaptability

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Lighting equipment

Video equipment

Sound equipment

Set design tools

Job description

Stage-Mate, a young live entertainment company based in Amsterdam, seeks an experienced stage manager for theatre and dance touring in the Netherlands and abroad. You will liaise between the director, performers and technical crew, ensuring smooth, safe shows and serving as on-site primary contact for theaters on tour.

You will lead the technical team, set up sets, cue the fly system, and assist the technical producer during rehearsals. Driver's license B required and willingness to travel.