Stage Manager

Company Overview

Since its debut 1948 performance – to more than 3,000 audience members, the WSO has been a powerhouse orchestra that regularly impresses guest conductors and artists with the exceptional musicianship of its members. Performance highlights of the last few decades include performances with Renée Fleming, Maureen Forrester, Kathleen Battle, Janina Fialkowska, Angela Hewitt, Buffy St. Marie, Wu Man, Randy Bachman, Dame Evelyn Glennie, and Tanya Tagaq, to name a few.

Some of the eminent soloists who have appeared with the WSO in the past include conductors Pierre Monteux, John Barbirolli and Arthur Fiedler; violinists David Oistrakh, Itzhak Perlman and Joshua Bell; pianists Glenn Gould, Emanuel Ax, Byron Janis, Gary Graffman, and Leon Fleisher; singers Marilyn Horne, Maureen Forrester and Renée Fleming ; cellists Zara Nelsova and Jacqueline du Pré and many others.

The WSO has served as a launching point for many illustrious careers including Victor Feldbrill, Kazuhiro Koizumi, Bramwell Tovey, and Andrey Boreyko. It has also worked hard to foster and support Manitoba and Canadian talent working closely with the likes of James Ehnes, Tracy Dahl, Andriana Chuchman, Stewart Goodyear, Cameron Crozman, Papa Mambo and Don Amero.

Our Mission

To provide exceptional musical experiences for Manitobans.

Our Values

Artistic Excellence • Operational Excellence • Governance Excellence • Community Engagement • Inclusion • Respect • Innovation and Opportunity • Adaptability

Job Description

 

 

STAGE MANAGER

JOB POSTING

 

 

 

JOB TITLE:                            STAGE MANAGER

DEPARTMENT:                     ARTISTIC OPERATIONS

STARTING DATE:                 SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

SALARY:                                $850 per production week

SCHEDULE:                          September to mid May (28 weeks minimum)

 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

 

Title:                            Stage Manager

Type:                           Term Position (Sept to May), Renewable

Reporting to:              Director of Production & Operations

Supervises:                Stagehands, additional production crew, and outside vendors

 

 

Duties/Responsibilities:

 

The Stage Manager oversees the technical, production, and stage management details for all orchestra events and ensures details are executed on-site as assigned by the Production and Stage Manager, via the following:

 

Responsible for the execution of technical, production, and stage management details for all assigned events including set-up/strike and concert management (i.e. show calls & management of stage moves).

 

Work in collaboration with the Artistic Department and house technical crew to satisfy the staging and equipment requirements for each rehearsal and performance, including the preparation of stage plots. Remain available to Music Director and Director of Production & Operations during all rehearsals and performances to assist with tasks, sets changes, requests, etc.

 

Ensure the physical work environment for orchestra is safe, conducive to music-making, and in compliance with the Collective Agreement. Provide sound shields, ear protection, and other relevant equipment as requested by musicians

 

Assist the Director of Production & Operations with the supervision of audio, lighting, video and other technicians supporting WSO productions at our home venue, the Centennial Concert Hall, on run-outs provincially, or on national/international tours.

 

Ensure orchestra & guest artist dressing rooms and warm-up areas are available and in good condition.

Arrange and purchase artist hospitality as needed. Support guest artists with ground transportation requirements.

 

Responsible for the safe transport and storage of WSO equipment.

 

Assist the Director of Production & Operations with the budgeting, planning and execution of efficient crew calls for all WSO activities.

 

Maintain accurate inventory records of WSO stage equipment, instruments and other items stored at the concert hall.

 

Season planning: assist the Director of Production & Operations by reviewing technical riders, concert production schedules, and flagging any potential problems prior to season announcement.

 

Make archival audio/video recordings if necessary

 

Provide operational support to other WSO departments to ensure their successful event planning & execution.

 

All other duties as assigned by the WSO’s Artistic Planning Department

 

 

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

Completion of a post-secondary degree, diploma, or certificate in technical theatre, or equivalent professional experience.

 

At least three years of recognized professional experience working in a professional theatre fly house

 

Experience with theatrical concert lighting

 

Experience working in a variety of other venues such as concert halls, black box theatres and outdoor spaces is an asset.

 

A positive, collaborative, team-focused approach

 

Experience leading and motivating crews.

 

Solid problem solving, decision making including the ability to research and present options.

 

Effective written and verbal communication, as well as proven organisational skills.

 

Ability to balance multiple, large projects and day-to-day activities successfully.

 

Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and listening skills.

 

Self-motivated

 

Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Word and Excel

 

Knowledge in Vectorworks, AutoCAD or similar CAD software

 

 

Special Requirements

Due to the nature of the job, this position requires the candidate to be available to work a flexible, irregular schedule, and weekends.

 

 

Nice To Have

Basic audio/video skills

 

Ability to read music

 

Experience calling fly cues with counterweight rigging system, for music, theatre, drama, opera or dance performances

 

Understanding of current Occupational Health & Safety standards and regulations

 

Experience with OPAS or other orchestra management software

POSITION INFORMATION

 

As an employee of the WSO, the terms of the employment are subject to an agreement between the WSO and IATSE Local 63.

 

The incumbent shall be, or be able to become, a member of IATSE Local 63.

 

The incumbent is required to provide the WSO with a completed criminal record check (along with both the vulnerable sector and Child Abuse Registry checks), at the incumbent’s expense, prior to the start of employment.