On-Call Assistant Stage Manager – "O"
About The Position
We are looking for an On-Call Assistant Stage Manager who will bring support to the Artistic teams on the show! The Assistant Stage Manager will: - Provide support to Artists and Artistic Staff; - Act as liaison between Artistic and Technical Staff; - Assist with integration of new Artists into production; - Enforce production rules, policies and procedures; apply discipline when requested; - 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; - Apply, facilitate and supervise emergency measures; - Maintain the showâs records and procedures; - Assist in the preparation of long- and short-term schedules; - Assist with archival recordings; - Complete other job-related duties as assigned by the General Stage Manager.
Requirements
- College Diploma or the equivalent related experience
- At least two years of previous relevant experience in a related industry
- Fluent in English, both written and spoken
- 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 oneâs identity and work authorization
Nice To Haves
- Multicultural experience an asset
- Previous experience working on various large-scale productions is a plus
- Ability to pass a swim test
- Tour experience a definite asset
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Responsibilities
- Provide support to Artists and Artistic Staff
- Act as liaison between Artistic and Technical Staff
- Assist with integration of new Artists into production
- Enforce production rules, policies and procedures; apply discipline when requested
- 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
- Apply, facilitate and supervise emergency measures
- Maintain the showâs records and procedures
- Assist in the preparation of long- and short-term schedules
- Assist with archival recordings
- Complete other job-related duties as assigned by the General Stage Manager
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
