Tour- Stage Manager

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Tour- Stage Manager for PlayMakers Repertory. The role supports the Gateway Project, coordinating rehearsals, scheduling, and touring production with artistic, production, and community engagement teams.

The position is a full-time temporary appointment, 40 hours per week, with a start date around 11/30/2026 and a duration of 6 months or longer, depending on project needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Theatre Arts, with relevant production experience.
• Experience in scheduling, coordinating tours, or stage management.

Responsibilities

• Organize rehearsals and schedule activities.
• Run technical rehearsals and call touring production.
• Coordinate with artistic, production, and engagement teams.

Skills

Scheduling

Stage management

Tour coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Theatre Arts

Job description

Posting Information

• Department: PlayMakers Repertory - 310201
• Career Area: Other
• Posting Open Date: 10/29/2026
• Application Deadline: 11/23/2026
• Position Type: Temporary Staff (SHRA)
• Position Title: Tour- Stage Manager
• Position Number: 20079284
• Vacancy ID: S028200
• Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Temporary
• Hours per week: 40
• Work Schedule: Varies with season
• Position Location: North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range: $20.00 - $22.00/per hour
• Proposed Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Estimated Duration of Appointment: 6 months or longer

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel!

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation's top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

PlayMakers is the professional theater that is a part of the Department of Dramatic Art within the College of Arts and Sciences at UNC-Chapel Hill. The unit functions as a program of the Department of Dramatic Art. Employees of the unit are essentially employees of the department and the budget of the unit falls under the budget of the department. PRC manages the planning and oversight of a $4 million dollar professional and educational theatre operation. This unit has a staff of about 175 which includes approximately 47 employees, 20 independent contractors, 30 work-study students and up to 100 volunteers. This unit is responsible for creating significant professional artistic programming, student and community engagement activities and attendant fundraising endeavors.

Position Summary

The Department of Dramatic Art and PlayMakers Repertory Company (PRC), the professional theater in residence at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, seeks a non-union tour manager/stage manager for the Gateway Project. The Gateway Project will create new theatrical work geared toward providing support for mental health challenges and crises. The new work will perform at the Center for Dramatic Art, as well as tour to local library and other public settings. Performances are anticipated to take place in April/May. The incumbent will support the initial planning phase with community engagement and assist with the logistics of scheduling up a tour. Later in the process, the incumbent will be responsible for organizing rehearsals, scheduling, running technical rehearsals, and calling touring production of a new work. Stage managers work closely with artistic, production, and engagement teams gaining hands on experience in theatre production, touring and community engagement.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree preferably in the Theatre Arts, and some experience that provides the employee with the functional work experiences needed to perform the work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Management Preferences

• Experience working in an academic environment
• Experience working the arts or community engagement
• Demonstration of excellent scheduling/planning skills
• Demonstrated experience in performing arts with prior experience with stage management or tour coordination

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/327822

Temporary Employment Policies

Temporary Employment Policies

Posting Contact Information

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]

Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.