Stage Manager

Vessel type: Ocean-going cruise ship

Job Description

Stage Manager

Purpose of Position

The supervision and management of onboard technical team to ensure onboard technical equipment is of a high standard for all entertainment venues shipwide

Your Responsibilities

Professional Duties

• Assigns and manages set up & striking for theater, cinemas and lounges for shows, cabarets, lectures, music sets and other ship events
• Ensures all technical equipment is fully operational and maintained
• Oversees sound checks before each performance
• Ensures that show set-up is complete and exact.
• Ensures that design integrity and performance quality are maintained through the run of all performances and presentations, with the ability to operate as necessary either backstage or in the booth
• Management and scheduling of Technical team
• Liaises with cast Company manger and ACD to agree appropriate rehearsal & set-up times
• Maintains a show report log for each performance.
• Assists with the maintenance of equipment, reporting deficiencies
• Maintains ordering of supplies and stock control of consumables
• Communicates with Cruise Director on the technical needs for local entertainment
• Greets and prepares local entertainers with their technical needs
• Greets and prepares guest lecturers with their technical needs
• Communicates in a clear, concise and timely manner with Stage Technicians, ACD and other departments.
• Possesses the ability to trouble shoot and communicate to provide information to resolve issues.
• Has organizational and operational skills including inventory, scheduling, maintenance, cleaning, storage, distribution and coordination.
• Is on time for all set-ups, show call, meetings and work calls.
• Maintains cleanliness and order in all areas.
• Participates in special events by assisting with technical and stage management needs
• Sends a voyage report to the Cruise Director, including technical issues in any of the venues onboard or areas that require attention
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Cruise Director and Assistant Cruise Director relevant to the role
• Performs in a manner consistent with VOC’s Mission, Values and Vision, including a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Guest Excellence

• Maintain, uphold and execute the Viking quality and Service Standards
• Monitor guest satisfaction and report issues, concerns and suggestions

Mindset & Values

• Be well groomed and of positive personality, skilled as a technician
• Adhere to schedules, and is always mindful of being set up and ready for all duties

Communication & Coordination

• Report directly to the Cruise Director, checking daily schedules

Leadership

•  Own the working environment and deliver consistent guest satisfaction
• Suggest innovative ideas to keep the role fresh, creative and interesting
• Manages the Technical team
• Schedules the Technical team so as to cover all entertainment needs for the ship, keeping within the set work and rest hours

Reporting Line  

Solid line: Report to the Cruise Director/ Assistant Cruise Director

Your Profile

A qualified professional technician with the ability to work within a team structure as well as independently. Able to maintain a positive work atmosphere. Able to confidently manage a team and meet all deadlines

Required Skills

• Qualifications in technical theatre is preferred but not required. Equivalency of experience, training and education also considered as appropriate
• A minimum of 2 years of professional experience in which strong knowledge of Stage Management, including audio, lighting and video knowledge
• Operational knowledge of YAMAHA CL SERIES and YAMAHA LS-9 digital consoles
• Operational knowledge of the SHURE UHFR & ULXD microphone systems.
• Enthusiastic crew member
• Strong command of English – spoken and written
• Ability to communicate accurately to performers and guest speakers
• Operational knowledge of MAC & PC computers, navigation, file management, Microsoft & email
• Basic knowledge of the LEVEL 53 QLAB software
• Basic knowledge of the AUDINATE DANTE software.
• Basic knowledge of the concepts of DANTE AUDIO NETWORKING.
• Physically able to to stand, kneel or crouch, with ability to climb ladders and scaffolding with correct supervision and safety equipment
• Must have the ability to negotiate catwalks and access all points in all theatre spaces.
• Must have the ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Time Management
• Teamwork and good communication
• Leadership skills
• Reliable and pressure resistant
• Proactive in upholding Viking standards of excellence

Guidelines and Regulations

Job Description • Contract • Company Rules and Regulations • Onboard ABC • Viking College • Uniform Regulation • Departmental Manual