Alabama Shakespeare Festival
Montgomery, AL
US

CONTACT NAME

Edward Coffield

DESCRIPTION

Stage Operations Supervisor

Alabama Shakespeare Festival

Please submit resumes here: https://asfnet.formstack.com/forms/production_job_application

The Stage Operations Supervisor is a key member of the Production Departments.

Reporting to the Director of production with significant interaction with the Technical Director, Lighting Supervisor, Sound Supervisor and Props Supervisor.

Characteristics and Experience Vital to This Position:

Professional supervisor with experience in live theater equipment and technology.

Strong experience and understanding of stage rigging and rigging technology.

Detail-oriented & strong work ethic with a proven track record of managing high-level productions.

Previous responsibility overseeing Deck and Prop crews with an emphasis on safety and clear communication.

Positive attitude and ability to serve as the liaison between multiple parties with varying goals.

Self-Driven.

Organized

Strong sense of humor

Willing to work nights, and weekends.

What you will do:

In non-performance weeks the Stage Ops Supervisor will coordinate with all production departments to access both production needs as well as providing o going support During technical rehearsals and during the nightly run of all shows, this position will liaison with all department supervisors and crew leads to provide staff and seasonal employees with the resources and support needed to complete tasks on time, efficiently and according to company policy.

This position will be responsible for reading rehearsal reports, responding to them in a timely manner and confirming department supervisors and leads complete the tasks necessary to uphold the artistic and safety needs of the show.

The Stage Operations Supervisor is responsible for managing crew's hours and the accuracy of backstage employee's reported hours.

You will attend all production meetings, technical rehearsals, and onstage rehearsals.

Coordinate and execute with Scenery, Electrics, and Sound departments the rigging needs per production. Including the installation of masking quick change booths etc.

Maintain and survey masking and drapery stock and rigging hardware.

Assist with load in/out for both spaces

Assist with electrics hang and focus in the Festival

Maintain running blues and replace as needed

Coordinate the masking needs for all productions

Assist with load in/out for both spaces

Assist with electrics hang and focus in the Festival

When needed serve as performance supervisor for Deck Crew.

Check in at each performance to confirm scenery and other related departments are show ready.

Sub in as needed for run crew.

Skills required:

· Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

· Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends and overtime during peak seasons.

· A good understanding of electrical safety at work and safe working practices.

· Committed to personal development.

· Ability to cope well under pressure.

· Positive attitude to extra duties and new challenges.

· Strong ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve in a time-sensitive production environment.

· An excellent communicator with patience and understanding of a variety of personalities.

Full Time Year Round

Salary 45k Annually plus Benefits PTO etc.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Alabama Shakespeare Festival, the State’s theater, builds community by engaging, entertaining, and inspiring people with transformative theatrical performances and compelling educational and community programs. From its founding in a high school auditorium in Anniston in 1972 to its designation as the State Theatre of Alabama in 1977 to the stunning $21.5 million performing arts complex in Montgomery (built in 1985), ASF has been a leader in the performing arts throughout the state, region, and country. As a beloved Alabama arts institution, ASF broadens the cultural identity of the South by producing classics, Shakespeare, contemporary plays, musicals, theatre for young audiences, and exciting new works. Since its inception, ASF has provided education programs to more than one million students; annually, SchoolFest, a student-matinee program, presents high-quality theatrical experiences to nearly 35,000 students. ASF’s values include heritage, excellence, community, accessibility, life-long learning, stewardship, and Equity Diversity, and Inclusion. More information can be found about our values by going to asf.net/about

EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION COMMITMENT

ASF’s dedication to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion is clearly reflected in the stories we tell and people we hire. Diversity is more than a commitment at ASF — it is the foundation of what we do. We are fully focused on equality and believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, age, and veteran status.

ALABAMA SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL’S ANTI-RACISM STATEMENT

ASF commits to anti-racism in its systems, practices, and theatre-making. As a storytelling institution charged with building community, we believe our civic, not-for-profit mission cannot be achieved with racist policies, ideals, or thinking in place. We commit to a conscious decision to make frequent, consistent, equitable choices daily. These choices require ongoing self-awareness and self-reflection as we move through life. We commit to combating discriminatory treatments, unfair policies, or biased practices based on race that result in inequitable outcomes for whites over Black, Indigenous, and People of Color and extend considerably beyond prejudice. More information can be found about our anti-racism work and commitments by going to asf.net/anti-racism.

DURATION

Oct 1, 2024 - Jul 20, 2025

SALARY

$45,000.00 – $45,000.00 per year

APPLY ONLINE

https://asfnet.formstack.com/forms/production_job_application