Stage Manager

DUN XIN PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

DUN XIN PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Stage Manager to run shows and coordinate on-stage activities from load-in to load-out. You will be the link between artists, technical crews, and venue management in a fast-paced live environment.

Responsibilities include creating run sheets, communicating schedules, and ensuring safety and on-time performances. This role requires strong organizational skills and the ability to work evenings and weekends in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Min. 8 years of experience in stage management, live production, or venue operations.
• Solid understanding of live sound and stage setup: stage plots, input lists, monitors, and backline.
• Calm and decisive under pressure, with strong organisation and time management.
• Clear, friendly communication with artists, crew, and management.
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Able to lift and move equipment and stand for long periods.
• Basic knowledge of lighting and audio consoles (nice to have).
• Experience reading technical riders (nice to have).
• First aid / CPR certification (nice to have).
• Working knowledge of Mandarin and English (nice to have).
• Background as a musician or technician (nice to have).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate load-in, soundcheck, doors, set changes, and load-out for each show
• Create and communicate show schedules and run sheets to artists and crew
• Act as the main point of contact for bands, promoters, and tour managers on show day
• Oversee stage setup, including backline, monitors, stage plots, and changeovers
• Work with the sound engineer and lighting tech to meet technical riders where possible
• Call cues and keep changeovers tight so shows run to time
• Enforce safety procedures on and around the stage, including cable management, rigging checks, and crowd and artist safety
• Maintain stage equipment and report faults or repair needs
• Brief and supervise stagehands, runners, and volunteers
• Keep show reports (timings, incidents, issues) and hand over notes to management

Skills

Stage management

Live production

Time management

Communication

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Tools

Lighting console

Audio console

Job description

About us

DUN XIN is an independent livehouse hosting liveshow, amazing live performances and DJ sets. We put on a few shows a month and care about two things: great nights for audiences and a smooth, respectful experience for the artists who play here.

The role

As Stage Manager, you run what happens on and around the stage. You're the link between artists, the sound and lighting crew, front-of-house, and venue management, keeping every show on time, safe, and running smoothly from load-in to load-out.

What you'll do

• Coordinate load-in, soundcheck, doors, set changes, and load-out for each show
• Create and communicate show schedules and run sheets to artists and crew
• Act as the main point of contact for bands, promoters, and tour managers on show day
• Oversee stage setup, including backline, monitors, stage plots, and changeovers
• Work with the sound engineer and lighting tech to meet technical riders where possible
• Call cues and keep changeovers tight so shows run to time
• Enforce safety procedures on and around the stage, including cable management, rigging checks, and crowd and artist safety
• Maintain stage equipment and report faults or repair needs
• Brief and supervise stagehands, runners, and volunteers
• Keep show reports (timings, incidents, issues) and hand over notes to management

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Min. 8 years of experience in stage management, live production, or venue operations (livehouse, club, or festival experience is a plus)
• Solid understanding of live sound and stage setup: stage plots, input lists, monitors, and backline
• Calm and decisive under pressure, with strong organisation and time management
• Clear, friendly communication with artists, crew, and management
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• Able to lift and move equipment and stand for long periods

Nice to have

• Basic knowledge of lighting and audio consoles
• Experience reading technical riders
• First aid / CPR certification
• Working knowledge of Mandarin and English
• Background as a musician or technician