Stage Manager (Part-Time)

American Musical and Dramatic Academy; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

AMDA College of the Performing Arts in Los Angeles is seeking a Stage Manager to support theatre events on the LA campus, operating on a per-show basis and coordinating rehearsals and performances with staff and students.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (minimum) or equivalent experience and at least two years of professional stage management experience, along with strong organizational skills and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (minimum) or comparable educational or professional experience.
• Minimum 2 year of professional experience in stage management.

Responsibilities

• Attendance is required at all rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances
• Liaison between student performers and artistic/production staff
• Create and distribute rehearsal and performance reports
• Record blocking and taking notes at production meetings
• Most rehearsals are anticipated to be conducted on weeknights (some weekend days may also be needed) during the upcoming spring semester.

Education

Bachelor's degree (minimum) or comparable educational or professional experience

Minimum 2 year of professional experience in stage management

Job description

Description

AMDA College of the Performing Arts is one of the foremost performing arts colleges in the country with campuses in Los Angeles and New York City. The school offers Bachelor of Fine Arts degree programs and Associates degree programs in Acting, Musical Theatre, Dance Theatre and Performing Arts as well as two year certificate programs.

The Stage Manager at the Los Angeles campus will assist with managing theatre events as assigned (stage managers receive offers on a ‘per show’ basis).

Primary Responsibilities

• Attendance is required at all rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances
• Liaison between student performers and artistic/production staff
• Create and distribute rehearsal and performance reports
• Record blocking and taking notes at production meetings
• Most rehearsals are anticipated to be conducted on weeknights (some weekend days may also be needed) during the upcoming spring semester.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (minimum) or comparable educational or professional experience
• Minimum 2 year of professional experience in stage management

Position Information

• Schedule for this role is based on department needs
• The pay range for this position is $28/hour - $35/hour
• This position is subject to a background check upon a conditional offer of employment and a reference check.
• This is a fully in-person Position.

Diversity And Qualifications

AMDA is fully committed to diversity, inclusivity, and equity throughout the teaching and learning process. We encourage applications from individuals who have extensive experience working with students from diverse backgrounds. Successful candidates will have a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students, including disabilities that may affect students' development and learning styles. Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

AMDA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in which no person is subjected to discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, supervision, promotion, working conditions, termination, layoff, demotion, transfer, compensation, and training.