Stage Manager - \"O\"

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is seeking a Stage Manager to support Artistic teams on the show in the United States. The role partners with the General Stage Manager and Technical Director to ensure smooth operations and preserve artistic integrity.

The ideal candidate will be organized, an excellent communicator, and able to manage rehearsals, safety procedures, and backstage operations, including calling cues and the show when required.

Qualifications

• College diploma or equivalent work experience in a related field.
• At least three years of previous relevant experience.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Availability to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Verification of the right to work in the United States (Form I-9).
• Ability to pass a swim test.
• First Aid/CPR training is an asset.
• Understanding and ability to navigate network applications.
• Multicultural experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Artists and Artistic staff.
• Act as liaison between Artistic and Technical staff.
• Manage integration of new Artists into production.
• Enforce production rules, policies and procedures; apply discipline when appropriate.
• Assist in safety procedures and emergency measures.
• Manage rehearsals and training sessions as assigned.
• Ensure equipment is in place and working for rehearsals and trainings.
• Call technical cues for trainings.
• Prepare show lineup and communicate changes to departments.
• Manage backstage areas during show and call the show when required.
• Maintain the show's records and procedures.
• Assist in long- and short-term scheduling and archival recordings.
• Complete any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fluent in English

Excellent communication

Multicultural experience

Availability to work weekends/holidays

Ability to pass a swim test

Understanding of network applications

Education

College diploma or equivalent

At least three years of relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

Network applications navigation

Job description

***Le poste étant situé aux États-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.***

***As this position in based in the United States, the job description is available in English only.***

Stage Manager

Artistic Support

We are looking for a Stage Manager who will provide support to Artistic teams on the show. The Stage Manager will bring support to the General Stage Manager, working alongside the Technical Director to ensure smooth operations and to maintain Artistic integrity of the show. The ideal candidate will be organized and an effective communicator with a solution-oriented mindset.

The Stage Manager will:

• Provide support to Artists and Artistic staff;
• Act as liaison between Artistic and Technical staff;
• Manage integration of new Artists into production;
• Enforce production rules, policies and procedures; apply discipline when appropriate;
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of safety procedures;
• Manage rehearsals and training sessions as assigned;
• Ensure all equipment is in place and in working order for rehearsals and training sessions;
• Call technical cues for trainings;
• Prepare show lineup and communicate changes to the appropriate technical departments and Artists;
• Manage backstage areas during show;
• Call the show when required;
• Apply, facilitate and supervise emergency measures;
• Maintain the show's records and procedures;
• Assist in the preparation of long- and short-term schedules;
• Manage archival recordings;
• Complete any other job-related duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• College diploma or equivalent work experience in a related field;
• At least three years of previous relevant experience;
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken;
• Working knowledge of MS Office;
• Multicultural experience an asset;
• Previous experience working on various large-scale productions is a plus;
• First Aid / CPR training an asset;
• Ability to pass a swim test;
• Understanding and ability to navigate network applications;
• Availability to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays;
• Verification of the right to work in the United States for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, as demonstrated by completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and the submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying one's identity and work authorization.

As you can imagine, working with a circus can be quite different from other organizations, and at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, we embrace these differences loudly with enthusiasm. We realize that one size fits none and invite you to come create your own specialized experience with us to see exactly what we're talking about, firsthand.

Our emotion-provoking shows are just the tip of the iceberg: laced throughout our organization, you will find creative minds who are empowered to use their voices and be themselves, their truest selves. Diversity to us means various perspectives, fresh ideas and continuous improvement of the way we do things. We won't pretend like we have every answer, that's why we need you! The employees here are the center of what we do, the voices behind the final product and amazing performances on stage.

When you think of your ideal workplace, what comes to mind? For us, it looks (and really is) like this:

• Teamwork - we thrive with collaborative teams, regardless of titles or departments;
• Respect - when we ask someone to join our team, it's because we trust and respect you;
• Integrity - whether you work behind-the-scenes or in the office, you're being counted on. We are a team and integritygoes a long way here, and like we mentioned previously, trust is important;
• Authenticity - we want you to bring your full self to work, this is a place where you don't need to fit into a box to belong; diverse perspectives foster even more creativity in the workplace. We embrace the human behind the employee number;
• Being heard - you have access to everyone in the organization, use your voice on development questions or suggestions on how to improve the experience. We value open and transparent communication, and we want you to be heard!

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, creed, color, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, national origin or ancestry.