Stage Operations Supervisor

Alabama Shakespeare Festival

April 1st, 2025 to August 24th, 2025, with possible next season extension

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

Reports 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

Is 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 ongoing 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 hours and confirming the accuracy of backstage employees' reported hours.

The Stage Operations Supervisor will attend all production meetings, technical rehearsals, and onstage rehearsals.

Will coordinate and execute with Scenery, Electrics, and Sound departments as to the rigging needs every 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 Stage

Maintain running blues and replace as needed