Stage Management Resume

Stage Management encompasses myriads of activities in its fold. This single term of two words are generally used in theatrical production and events. It entails the activities of planning, organizing, coordinating, scheduling rehearsals, and supervising performance of production team. The activities are handled by stage managers. These managers are important member of the production team whose responsibility is to ensure smooth execution of the theatrical production. They also manage safety and security for the entire crew. Key qualifications required for this job are relevant stage management experience with a bachelor's degree in fine arts or theater production.

Stage Management Resume Sample

Margaret P. Williams
26 Leverton Cove Road
Springfield, MA 01109
Phone: 413-426-1647
Email: mpwilliams@anymail.com

Job Objective:

To work as a stage manager for a reputed theater where I can apply my organizational, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills in efficient running of theatrical production.

Summary of Skills:

Creative thinking and troubleshooting skills with ability to handle emergencies or crisis situations
Adaptable to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to perform multiple tasks
Ability to stand for longer periods, and lift or move heavy objects
Flexible to work long hours, as required, in a fluctuating schedules including weekends, holidays, or working outdoors in all weather conditions
Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills
Ability to work in loud, crowded environments with exposure to fog effects, and strobe lights
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with excellent attention to detail
Ability to create positive and efficient workplace environment by motivating staff to work effectively, and produce best results
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to get along with people easily
Good computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel for payroll data entry, etc.
Strong leadership qualities, and problem solving skills with good listening ability
Possess knowledge of all the aspects necessary in a theatrical production like lightning, sound, electronic equipments, costumes, props, etc.

Work Experience:

Stage Manager
WeWork Entertainment, Springfield, MA
January 2017 - Present

Communicating rehearsal schedules to cast and crew before or after opening of a live or taped show
Ensuring that the performance sets are prepared in compliance with safety guidelines chalked down by the state and federal governments
Ensuring that electronics equipment are properly placed for adequate lighting, and audio
Assisting the assigned director with studio floor management activities like dealing with the lightning, professional video cameras, microphones
Controlling live and live-to-tape aspects of assigned productions
Ensuring compliance of assigned tasks with established standard operating procedures for studios
Identifying and reporting studio operation problems to appropriate organization unit, and following up to ensure their resolutions
Supervising administrative staff, and ensuring production duties, including studio equipment rentals, rates, billing and repairs, payrolls, etc. are completed in a timely and accurate manner
Overseeing team of Assistant Stage Managers, and supporting them for enforcing safety rules and regulations
Maintaining records of all the props, furnitures, costumes, etc., and assisting in set constructions

Assistant Stage Manager
Fed Groups, Springfield, MA
February 2015 - December 2016

Supervised activities like cueing performers to go on the stage, tracking movements, and also directing the team of assistant stage managers, and technicians
Scheduled, ran and attended various rehearsals, and provided appropriate suggestions
Maintained notes and notified designers and crafts people of any changes made in the script
Prepared and produced all necessary rehearsals, and performance documentation
Supervised and directed backstage staff for props, and costumes
Ensured safe and smooth running of the backstage activities
Maintained cleanliness and safety in all areas by coordinating with the inspectors
Managed and maintained staff work schedules, and ensured compliance with all the administrative directives
Assisted director for coaching, mentoring, evaluating, hiring, and firing of team members
Performed various technical, and administrative duties, and provided general production assistance as required

Education:

Bachelor of Performing Arts Degree
The College of New Rochelle, Springfield, MA
2011

Reference:

On request.