Theatr Clwyd are seeking an Assistant Stage Manager for their Spring Production of The Last Train For Hope.
See all key dates below -
- Rehearsals start Monday 19 April 2027
- Fit Up starts Monday 10 May 2027
- Tech Week Monday 17 May 2027
- Preview 1 Saturday 22 May 2027
- Guest Night Wednesday 26 May 2027
- Final Performance Saturday 12 June 2027
The contract will be a Equity/UKT Sub Rep, we are a MRSL 1 venue, we are waiting on this years rates.
ASM Job Description
- Undertaking all stage management work as reasonably required for Theatr Clwyd.
- Attending production meetings, fit-ups, rehearsals, and technical rehearsals, strikes and get-outs as required.
- Assisting in preparing the rehearsal space, including the mark up.
- Assisting in the procurement of rehearsal props if required.
- Assisting the CSM in propping of shows, which may include the making, buying, hiring and borrowing of props. You will pay close attention to the environmental impact of the props you are procuring and will borrow props where able to in order to reduce environmental impact.
- Liaising with designers, directors and other member of the creative team regarding prop requirements.
- Maintaining upkeep of the props during shows, undertaking any repairs or maintenance where necessary.
- Ensuring records are kept of any expenditure on the Stage Management card and that any receipts are provided to the CSM.
- Running a show track where required.
- Adhering to the theatre's health and safety policy and to current legislation permitting the safe operation of theatre activities.
- Helping with research as requested.
- Keeping a record of your own hours and any overtime undertaken.
Person Specification
Essential Experience
- Theatrical experience in Stage Management.
- Proven experience of working in a producing theatre.
- Working knowledge of union agreements (Equity, MU, BECTU) and their wider implications in the production process.
- Demonstrable time management and organisational skills.
- Where the role requires, a willingness to undertake a DBS check at the appropriate level.
- Experience of working unsupervised, using your own initiative.
Essential Skills
- Strong collaborative skills and used to working with a wide range of creative/production collaborators within a busy producing environment.
- You should be a confident, friendly, pro-active individual with excellent people skills and have a strong track record of working to agreed timescales.
- The ability to work simultaneously across several tasks, with the ability to effectively prioritise your workload.
- Computer literate and confident with Microsoft Office.
- Numerate and literate.
- You should be an excellent problem solver with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
Desirable Experience/Skills
- A full, clean driving license.
- Experience of being on the Book (show calling)
- Fluent in the Welsh language.
- Experience of working alongside Creative Engagement teams and community outreach projects.
- First Aid qualification.
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