Seasonal Stage Manager (23-24)

SEASONAL STAGE MANAGER

The Seasonal Stage Manager is a temporary, part-time, member of TheatreSquared’s staff, and a vital member of the Stage Management and Production Team. They will act primarily as a key member of the stage management department, in addition to being a member of the production department. This position reports to the Production Stage Manager and Director of Production.

This staff member will help create a safe and supported environment for the creation of exceptional theatre, and to ensure a memorable arts experience for guest artists visiting TheatreSquared. In addition to an understanding of stage management, the ideal candidate will also bring an upbeat and outgoing attitude, while also displaying a strong sense of leadership, and a team player ethic. This key staff member will help the company to answer the question, “How can a theatre be an agent of social change and foster a community that is fundamentally inclusive and equitable?”

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AS A STAGE MANAGEMENT TEAM MEMBER

• Under the supervision of the Production Stage Manager, work to support a clean, efficient and friendly environment geared towards the successful mounting of each T2 production.
• Act as 1st or 2nd Assistant Stage Manager for productions as assigned
• Help to provide a level-headed and calm demeanor in possible emergency situations when others may look to you as a source of comfort or clarity.
• Communicate with PSM if a certain task has cause for concern. Be open to offering solutions and troubleshooting to offer a happy medium for the success of all parties.
• Communicate with PSM, Director of Production, or HR in a timely manner if you witness behavior that may need to be addressed by a supervisor.
• Responsible for returning the rehearsal room to a ‘neutral’ state at the end of each rehearsal day as needed. Also responsible for returning the rehearsal room to ‘zero’ in between rehearsal periods; this includes making sure chairs and tables are neatly stacked, tape is pulled, consumables are either thrown away or properly stored, and SM supplies are properly stored.
• Being prepared to cover additional duties if another member of the SM team is unavailable.
• Assist as needed in other capacities for special events, including Season Kickoff, Gala or other company events.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

• On occasion, seasonal stage managers may be asked to complete additional duties/assignments under the umbrella of stage management. Many of these duties/assignments would be negotiated under a separate contract. Such duties/assignments include, but are not limited to:
  • Arkansas New Play Festival Stage Manager (separate contract)
  • Backstage Crew Member (deck, board op, automation, wardrobe, etc)
  • Special project Stage Manager (eg: events, Gala, buy outs. Separate contract)
  • Youth Supervisor
• As determined by Production Stage Manager or Director of Production, be available to assist in other departments including: paint, scenic, props, costumes, sound, lighting.

JOB REQUIREMENTS & COMPETENCIES

• Uphold the policies and procedures outlined in TheatreSquared’s Employee Handbook including TheatreSquared’s Anti-Racism and inclusion practices

• Ability to learn new skill sets.
• Must exhibit capable verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people of different cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to work well under tight deadlines while managing self care techniques and communicating needs.
• Must be able to work flexibly as a team member and present a positive attitude.
• Ability to multi-task multiple projects, maintain organization, and be detail oriented.
• Self-motivated, with a mature, positive, and enthusiastic attitude towards the goal of providing the highest quality work possible, in a mutually supportive environment.
• This position occasionally moves backstage scenic items, which may be up to 25 pounds.
• This position requires non-traditional 9-5 hours. The hours are frequently long and irregular, including weekends and holidays.
• This position occasionally requires extended hours in a stationary position, as well as extended hours traversing through areas of the building.
• Capable understanding of the artistic process and excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and diplomacy skills.

ADDITIONAL DESIRED SKILL SETS

• Training or exposure to theatrical intimacy policies and practices.
• Training or exposure to digital theatrical practices.
• Knowledge of SPT and LORT rulebooks.

THINGS TO NOTE

• TheatreSquared operates under an SPT (Small Professional Theatre) contract. You do not need to be a member of AEA to accept AEA contracts. We are currently accepting non-AEA applicants. If you have a particular interest in joining Actors Equity Association, please note your interest, so we may take that into account.

• TheatreSquared follows all state, local and federal guidelines regarding health and safety. When applicable, testing happens regularly for all staff and team members working on TheatreSquared productions at no cost to the individual.

HOURS

• Hours vary greatly, depending on position, scale of show, and overall responsibilities. Nights, weekends, and some holidays are required for any show runs. Hours below are based on typical SM and ASM hours.
• Expected hours during rehearsal: 40-45/week
• Expected hours during tech: 50/week
• Expected hours during show runs: 30-35/week
• TheatreSquared does not utilize 10/12 tech schedules.
• Whenever possible, TheatreSquared utilizes a 5 day work week (applicable during rehearsal weeks only). TheatreSquared’s standard performance schedule is Tuesday through Sunday.

TO APPLY

To apply, submit an employment resume, references, cover letter and schedule availability by visiting https://theatresquared.bamboohr.com/jobs/.

Please note applications will be accepted through Sunday, April 23rd. First interviews will be scheduled remotely between Tuesday, April 25th through Friday, May 5th.

TheatreSquared celebrates diversity and commits to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our goal is to remove barriers to employment that are faced by racialized groups and encourage applicants of all genders, abilities, and ethnic, socio-economic, religious, and educational backgrounds. TheatreSquared believes that a team with a variety of perspectives and skills is critical to our growth as an organization, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Position is non-exempt and part-time with an hourly rate beginning at $16.50/hr. AEA contracts will begin at the SPT 8 minimum for the applicable role.

Seasonal stage manager benefits include, but are not limited to: paid time off; flexible scheduling; holiday pay; relocation assistance stipend for out of town applicants; allotted show tickets; and access to the company telebooth health services.

THEATRESQUARED MISSION

We believe that theatre—done well and with passion—can transform lives and communities. At the theatre, in schools and online, we create remarkable performances; broaden access; foster empathy, equity and cohesion; and gather with one another around art, conversation, food and other shared experiences in a welcoming, inclusive space.

ABOUT THEATRESQUARED & NORTHWEST ARKANSAS

Now entering its 18th season, TheatreSquared’s challenging, heartfelt, and intimate productions reach 60,000 patrons each year, including more than 20,000 students and their teachers. T2 fills a crucial niche in the region’s cultural landscape as the only year-round, producing professional theatre within a 150-mile radius, operating on an annual budget of $6 million. TheatreSquared employs trained artists from across the country to create its 330 annual performances and is contracted with Actors' Equity Association. The theatre is also Arkansas’s home for professional playwrights, developing scripts through the Arkansas New Play Festival in Fayetteville and Bentonville and producing new works and world premieres each year. TheatreSquared’s architecturally significant, 50,000-square-foot, two-venue permanent home was completed in 2019. For details on the facility, visit ournextstage.org.

Fayetteville and Northwest Arkansas were ranked 8th by US News and World Report in its 2021 "Best Places to Live in the US.” Located in the scenic Ozarks and offering a low cost of living and high quality of life, this vibrant metro area recently surpassed the half-million population mark and is home to the headquarters of Fortune 100 companies including Walmart Stores, J.B. Hunt, Tyson, and peer world-class cultural institutions such as Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art.

SEASON 18 AT THEATRESQUARED*

• all titles and dates subject to change

DIAL M FOR MURDER adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher / written by Frederick Knott

• Prep Begins: July 17, 2023

• Rehearsals Begin: July 25, 2023

• Technical Rehearsals: August 11, 2023

• Opening: August 18, 2023

• Closing: September 10, 2023

THE BAND’S VISIT music and lyrics by David Yazbek / book by Itmar Moses (co-production with Writers Theatre)

• Prep Begins: September 18, 2023

• Rehearsals Begin: September 15, 2023

• Technical Rehearsals: October 6, 2023

• Opening: October 13, 2023

• Closing: November 5, 2023

A CHRISTMAS CAROL adapted by Amy Herzberg & Robert Ford

from the novel by Charles Dickens

• Prep Begins: November 3, 2023

• Rehearsals Begin: November 10, 2023

• Technical Rehearsals: November 22, 2023

• Opening: December 1, 2023

• Closing: December 24, 2023

WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME by Heidi Schrek

• Prep Begins: December 26, 2023

• Rehearsals Begin: January 2, 2024

• Technical Rehearsals: January 12, 2024

• Opening: January 19, 2024

• Closing: February 25, 2024

CAMBODIAN ROCK BAND by Lauren Yee

• Prep Begins: January 29, 2024

• Rehearsals Begin: February 6, 2024
• Technical Rehearsals: February 23, 2024
• Opening: March 1, 2024
• Closing: March 24, 2024

LAUGHS IN SPANISH by Alexis Scheer (co-production with Stages Rep)

• Prep Begins: March 12, 2024

• Rehearsals Begin: March 19, 2024

• Technical Rehearsals: March 22, 2024

• Opening: March 29, 2024

• Closing: May 5, 2024

FAT HAM by James Ijames (co-production with City Theatre)

• Prep Begins: March 26, 2024

• Rehearsals Begin: April 2, 2024

• Technical Rehearsals: April 12, 2024

• Opening: April 19, 2024

• Closing: May 12, 2024

RESPONDERS by Joseph Scott Ford

• Prep Begins: May 13, 2024

• Rehearsals Begin: May 20, 2024

• Technical Rehearsals: May 31, 2024

• Opening: June 7, 2024

• Closing: June 30, 2024

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

• Please note: All positions are built on current schedules. Candidates may be placed based on interest or best fit. Any gaps in show contracts will have a guarantee of 30-35 hours per week, which may be fulfilled with other departments as needed. PTO may also be utilized during show gaps.

• SEASONAL STAGE MANAGER 1
  • Anticipated Contract Dates: July 10, 2023 - June 30, 2024

• SEASONAL STAGE MANAGER 2
  • Anticipated Contract Dates: September 5, 2023 - June 30, 2024