Stage Manager / Lighting Director
Mills Entertainment
Tour, NYFull Time Job
Mills Entertainment is looking for a Stage Manager/Lighting Director for an upcoming Fall Tour.
Dates: September 11, 2023 - November 16, 2023 (Additional pre-production week may be added, Dates subject to change slightly)
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Pre production work as needed
- Manage the technical rehearsal process and participate in technical advances, as necessary
- Supervise and direct local crew, ensuring a safe work environment and that integrity of the show is always being upheld to standard.
- Run focus and light check
- Call all show tracks and cues and execute lighting cues from the console
- Ensure that all equipment and show supplies are ready for movement post-show.
- Participate in load-in, load-out, and packing of the truck.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and make repairs on the road, as needed
- Maintaining show documentation through run of the tour
- Take and implement creative and technical notes, upholding the artistic integrity of the production.
- Participate in production meetings and general tour check-ins while on the road.
- Ensure that the team adheres to all safety procedures.
- Assist other departments when necessary or available.
- Lead a smooth, successful, and enjoyable workplace.
Required Skills + Qualifications
- Touring experience (3-5 years preferred)
- Experience calling a focus and loading in/loading out tour electrics
- Experience calling a show and stage managing a tour
- Able to problem solve quickly with strong organizational and adaptability skills
- Prior experience working with and supervising a local crew under IATSE union regulations.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Valid Driver's License required
- Background check required
Preferred Skills:
- Higher consideration will be given to candidates with related touring experience of 5 or more years and to candidates who have previously toured with a theatrical show
- Higher consideration will be given to candidates with a background in magic
Salary/Benefits
$1,500.00 - 1,500.00 per week
Additional Information
Mills Entertainment is the industry leader in branded live entertainment. We collaborate with top artists and content partners to produce and promote engagements at theaters, arenas, casinos, and colleges throughout the United States and internationally. The work we do is exciting, challenging, and enjoyable.
Mills Entertainment LLC is proud to be a diverse employer. We do not discriminate in our employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran or disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status or any other characteristics protected under the law.
Job Code: FOOLSMLD2023
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