Stage Manager- The Truth

The Stage Manager is responsible for coordinating and executing all on-stage and loading dock operations for concerts and events, from pre-show preparations to day-of-show execution. This role serves as the central point of communication between the Venue Production Manager, touring, client, and/or rental vendor team, ensuring technical and logistical execution aligns. The Stage Manager oversees all stage activity, ensures smooth load-in/outs, efficient communication, and on-time performances.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for communicating the details of the event to the venue production crew and all relevant in-house departments.
• Manages members of the Venue production team and stagehands.
• Ensures that the tour(s) and client(s) have required items from venue needed to execute show(s) and event(s).
• Supervises the load-in and load out of band and rental equipment
• Responsible for documenting accident, incident, and disciplinary issues for the production crew and reports actions back to Production Manager
• Production Manager may have Stage Manager execute settlements per contract with artists post show
• Ensure all in-house policies are enforced regarding staging, safety and show protocol

Requirements

• 3 years minimum Tour and Stage Production experience
• Experience in stage lighting, pro audio systems and basic video systems
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience managing a team of 5+ individuals
• Ability to make clear concise decisions, sometimes with limited information
• Computer literate in Windows applications
• Must possess superior interpersonal communication and organizational skills

Nice to have

• College Degree