Production Stage Manager

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

The Southwest Florida Theatre Company seeks a Production Stage Manager for its 2025-2026 Season. The Southwest Florida Theatre is a professional theatre that is one of the resident companies operating at the Gulf Coast Symphony’s Music & Arts Community Center in Fort Myers, Florida. The Production Stage Manager will oversee five productions, including one production performed at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in April with the Gulf Coast Symphony. This is a currently envisioned as a five-month contract. Shows include world premiere of Once Upon A Christmastime; Million Dollar Quartet; Bridges of Madison County; Shboom! Life Could Be A Dream and 1776: The Musical.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Schedule all rehearsals and any outside calls both before and after opening night
• Call actors and necessary creative team and crew for rehearsals and performances
• Assemble and maintain the Prompt Book which is defined as the accurate playing text and stage business, together with cue sheets, plots, daily records, etc., as are necessary for the actual technical and artistic operation of the production
• Work with the Stage Director, Music Director, Producing Artistic Director, and designers during rehearsals, tech, preview performances and the post-opening run
• Collaborate with all company departments, participating in solutions-oriented brainstorming in multiple disciplines.
• Serve as the liaison between the company of the show and the staff of the Southwest Florida Theatre Company & the Gulf Coast Symphony
• Assume active responsibility for the form and regulation of rehearsal and performance and be the executive instrument on the technical running of each performance
• Maintain the artistic intentions of the show after opening, including calling correctional rehearsals of the company when necessary and preparation of any Understudies and Replacements
• Keep such records as are necessary to advise the Producer on matters of attendance, time, health benefits or other matters relating to the rights of Equity members
• Uphold the institution’s mission statement and Code of Conduct within the rehearsal room and theater space to create and maintain a safe and functional rehearsal room and performance environment
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations regarding all licensing, permits, certificates and relevant documentation relevant to the performances
• Serve as a leader of the stage management team by providing supervision, guidance, and mentorship to other members of the team
• Report on time as scheduled for required shifts including but not limited to pre-production, rehearsals, understudy rehearsals, tech, previews, and performances
• Assist and support stage management staff to create and maintain a safe and functional rehearsal room environment and with all stage management duties as assigned
• Serve as a member of the run crew for tech and performances
• Create and maintain paperwork for props tracking, blocking and more under the supervision of stage managers
• Run Light Board & Sound Cues for Shows.
• Other duties, as assigned.

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Theater or related field preferred
• 3 to 5 years’ experience as a Stage Manager
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Creative, motivated, proactive, and anticipatory
• Positive attitude with a willingness to work and learn in a fast-paced environment
• Initiative and ability to perform tasks with little supervision
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• An aptitude for organization, communication, and flexibility
• Standard computer skills and understanding of current technology
• Ability to work under pressure and on a deadline
• Great interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently with a small team of professional
• Track record of successful leadership with IATSE crew members and general knowledge of CBA rules
• Familiarity with the performing arts, specifically in the area of theatrical productions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to continuously stand or walk during an assigned shift.
• Ability to bend, squat, climb stairs, stoop, reach, push, exert up to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis and lift 50 pounds occasionally. Normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception and texture perception.

JOB TYPE:

Part-time. Non-union. Specific dates: November 3, 2025 to December 6, 2025 (BREAK) & January 12, 2026 to April 20, 2026. Pay commensurate with experience.

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To apply, please send cover letter, resume, references to [email protected].

Gulf Coast Symphony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Access across all levels of our organization.