Stage Manager - Ryman Auditorium

Ryman Hospitality Properties; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management company in Nashville seeks an experienced event production coordinator to supervise events at their venue. The role involves coordinating pre-production details, managing on-day events, and maintaining safety and organization. Applicants should have a high school diploma, at least 4 years of experience in show production, and excellent communication skills. Certifications in safety training will be required post-hire. This position offers a dynamic environment in the heart of the entertainment industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience in show production, lighting, audio or stage training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise the production of events at the auditorium.
• Serve as company representative with clients, artists, and partners.
• Communicate with internal and external parties efficiently.
• Work with Technical Services to coordinate show details.
• Manage events on day-of-show and make necessary adjustments.
• Manage load in, set up, strike, and load out of equipment.
• Maintain clean and orderly stage and production areas.
• Ensure proper safety at all times.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency with Excel

Proficiency with WORD

Proficiency with Outlook

Attention to detail and organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise the production of events at the Ryman Auditorium.
• Serves as company representative working with clients, artists and partners prior to, during and following events, ensuring excellent service and positive guest impressions.
• Professionally and efficiently communicates with both internal teams (Managers & STARS from the Ryman as well as other areas of the company) and external parties (clients, partners, artists, artist representatives, vendors, etc). This will include face‑to‑face communication, communication via telephone and written communication via email, event resumes, etc.
• Works with Technical Services & Operations Teams to coordinate pre‑production and advance show details including conducting site visits; setting daily schedules; determining labor needs and making labor calls; negotiating favorable deals with vendors when rental equipment or outside services are needed; providing financial estimates and ensuring that events will remain on budget.
• Manages events on day‑of‑show via communication with appropriate internal and external parties during load in, rehearsals, performances and load out. Make and communicate show adjustments when needed. (Function as show "Quarterback.")
• Coordinates load in, set up, strike and load out of all set pieces and technical equipment.
• Manages daily schedules and work to ensure that artist and bands are in the right place at the right time.
• Creates technical department settlements for each show, ensuring that all expenses are included for billing and that all appropriate sign‑offs are obtained in a timely manner.
• Maintains clean and orderly stage and production areas at all time. Serves as quality control "watchdog".
• Ensures proper safety at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• Minimum 4 years experience in show production, lighting, audio or stage training

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Excel, WORD and Outlook
• Ability to deal with confidential information
• Superior attention to detail and organization

Licenses / Certifications

• Must have Powered Industrial Trucks Certification or ability to attain within 90 days of employment
• Will be required to complete 10‑Hour OSHA Training after hire

This position requires a pre‑employment drug screening (4‑panel: phencyclidine, cocaine, amphetamines, and opiates).