Stage Manager

Owen J. Roberts School District; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Owen J. Roberts School District is seeking an entry-level backstage technician to manage operations for school theatre productions. You will oversee cues, lighting, sound, props and scene changes, ensuring smooth rehearsals and performances.

Carpentry and basic set-building skills are preferred to assist in overseeing set builds as needed, coordinating with cast and crew for efficient productions.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role in school theatre operations.
• Experience with stage cues and theatre lighting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee backstage operations for school theatre productions.
• Manage cues, lighting, sound, props, and scene changes.
• Coordinate cast and crew communications to ensure smooth rehearsals and performances.
• Assist with carpentry/set builds as needed.

Skills

Backstage operations

Cue management

Lighting control

Sound management

Props handling

Cast/crew communication

Carpentry

Set construction

Tools

Lighting equipment

Sound equipment

Props inventory

Carpentry tools

Job description

Manages all backstage operations for school theatre productions (Fall Play, Musical, Spring Showcase), manages cues, lights, sounds, props, scene changes, and cast/crew communication to ensure smooth rehearsals and performances. Carpentry/Technical skills to assist in overseeing set builds are also preferred.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

• Primary and Secondary Education