Assistant Stage Manager - KÀ

The Assistant Stage Manager supports the Artistic teams on the KÀ show, acting as a liaison between Artistic and Technical Staff, managing rehearsals, enforcing safety procedures, and maintaining show records.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to Artists and Artistic Staff;
• Act as liaison between Artistic and Technical Staff;
• Manage 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 show’s records and procedures;
• Assist in the preparation of long- and short-term schedules;
• Manage archival recordings;
• Other duties as assigned by the General Stage Manager and/or Artistic Director.

Requirements

• College Diploma or the equivalent related experience;
• At least two years of previous relevant experience in a related industry;
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products;
• 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 one’s identity and work authorization.

Nice to have

• Multicultural experience an asset;
• Previous experience working on various large-scale productions is a plus;
• Tour experience a definite asset;