Touring Stage Manager — Lead Live Shows, Travel & Lodging

Playbill, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel included

Lodging provided (double occupancy)

Per diem or meals provided

Job summary

StarQuest Dance Competition is seeking motivated, positive leaders to join our touring Road Warrior team as Stage Managers. You will oversee load-ins, crew coordination, and backstage flow for a 500–1,000 performer cast while keeping shows seamless and energetic.

This is a fast-paced, live-environment role requiring strong leadership and multitasking. You must thrive in high-energy settings, work with Event Directors, and travel across the tour schedule with diligent attention to detail and

Qualifications

• Innate leadership with prior experience in their field.
• A love of providing a great experience to guests of all ages.
• Impeccable logistical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication.
• Mastery of time management and multitasking.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to load in, load out, and carry heavy equipment.
• Skill in moving quickly through time and space.
• Ability to work well on little to no sleep (And thrive while doing it!)
• Sense of humor

Responsibilities

• Stage Manager responsibilities include not only load-ins and local crew management, but also creating a memorable guest experience. Manage a live, unscripted show for 500–1,000 performers, while maintaining a streamlined backstage environment and supporting Event Directors.

Skills

Innate leadership

Guest experience focus

Logistical problem solving

Strong communication

Time management

Multitasking

Experience in fast-paced environments

Heavy equipment handling

Ability to work long hours with little

Job description

StarQuest Dance Competition is seeking motivated, positive leaders to join our touring Road Warrior team as Stage Managers. You will oversee load-ins, crew coordination, and backstage flow for a 500–1,000 performer cast while keeping shows seamless and energetic.

This is a fast-paced, live-environment role requiring strong leadership and multitasking. You must thrive in high-energy settings, work with Event Directors, and travel across the tour schedule with diligent attention to detail and