Show Caller/Stage Manager

Advanced Systems Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Systems Group LLC is seeking a Stage Manager and/or Show Caller to support live corporate events, calling cues and changing looks to the live show, while collaborating with producers and production staff.

The role is project-based, with some assignments lasting one day or longer. Candidates must remain calm under pressure, lead teams, and communicate clearly with clients and technical crews to ensure a successful show.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Show Caller.
• Experience in live event corporate settings.
• Strong knowledge of broadcast and production technology.
• Knowledge of A/V signal flow and contingency plans.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to rapid show-flow changes.
• Excellent control room demeanor and leadership.
• Excellent communication with clients and technical staff.
• Service-oriented approach with responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between Client, Producer and production staff
• Responsible for overall appearance of the event based on client requests relayed through the Producer.
• Call cues for video playback, changes in PIP looks, slides, music, lighting, and presenters & speakers to stage.
• Make calls for all changes to in-room projection, screens, DSMs, etc.
• Execute under pressure, in a fast-paced environment.
• Exude a calm demeanor while providing leadership skills and a team-first attitude

Skills

Show Caller

Live events

Broadcast tech

Communication

Leadership

Multitasking

Client liaison

Job description

Advanced Systems Group, LLC enables creativity through better technology and operations for media creatives and content owners. From acquisition to delivery, on-premises or in the cloud, ASG ensures our clients’ success through tailored solutions. One of North America’s largest Media and Entertainment Technology and Operations suppliers, we provide engineering services, physical and cloud integration, training, support, and managed services. Our Managed Services deliver customized operations and services for all phases of media production, including creative and engineering. Founded in 1997, and providing nationwide services, ASG has teams based in North America, South America, and Europe.

Summary:

The Stage Manager and/or Show Caller provides an essential function when working on live corporate events, by calling cues and changing looks to the live show or broadcast, while working closely with other crew members who are responsible for their specific area of expertise.

This role works on a per-project basis. Sometimes projects are one day, sometimes longer.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as liaison between Client, Producer and production staff
• Responsible for overall appearance of the event based on client requests relayed through the Producer.
• Call cues for video playback, changes in PIP looks, slides, music, lighting, and presenters & speakers to stage.
• Make calls for all changes to in-room projection, screens, DSMs, etc.
• Execute under pressure, in a fast-paced environment.
• Exude a calm demeanor while providing leadership skills and a team-first attitude

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Show Caller, preferably for large or high-profile events.
• Experience in live event corporate settings, working with high level talent and technology.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of broadcast and production technology.
• Knowledge of A/V signal flow and contingency plans in case of technical equipment failure or last-minute changes to run of show.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to rapid show-flow changes in a live and fluid environment.
• Excellent control room demeanor, proven leadership skills, team-first attitude and the ability to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interface with both technical and creative members of the event production ecosystem.
• Excellent communication skills, to both clients and technical staff.
• Ability to take a service-oriented approach to this position, with a desire to help clients achieve their best result.
• Responsiveness to queries a must, with updates and follow-through.

Advanced Systems Group LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.