Under the supervision of the Stage Operations Manager and reporting to the Technical Director, Stage Supervisors manage backstage operations for the Production Department and work in tandem with all Production shops to ensure proper execution of technical elements. In conjunction with the Technical Directors and Production Office, Stage Supervisors develop methods and practices to uphold the Production Department’s policies and guidelines. Stage Supervisors monitor venue functionality: reporting, planning and executing necessary maintenance. The role requires a broad, adaptable perspective while maintaining attention to detail.
The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $73,000 per year. This is a 52-week role.
Working at Juilliard
Founded in 1905, The Juilliard School is a world leader in performing arts education. The school’s mission is to provide the highest caliber of artistic education for gifted musicians, dancers, and actors from around the world so that they may achieve their fullest potential as artists, leaders, and global citizens.
Excellence and professionalism are important guides in how we go about our work, but we also connect to the mission as individuals in the workplace. We thrive because of our variety of backgrounds and our ability to be open and honest, and we also thrive because we enjoy each other’s company. We believe that each employee has the responsibility to help shape the Juilliard organizational culture, and we provide opportunities to participate in team-building throughout the year. Our organizational values focus on excellence, creative enterprise, and equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
We encourage you to read more about how we achieve our mission on our website, juilliard.edu.
Role Responsibilities
Execute all aspects of running programing including supervising and leading stage crews in fulfillment of ground plans, shift changes, fly rail operation, and changeovers.
Ensure that all crews are aware of and follow Production’s safety policies and procedures.
Onboard and train overhire crew as needed.
Monitor the functionality and readiness of Juilliard’s performance venues as assigned, reporting any maintenance needs to the Stage Operations Manager.
Manage and keep an updated account of the inventories for Production-owned venue equipment including but not limited to: fall arrest equipment, softgoods, risers, and orchestral equipment.
Work with Production Office to monitor and stock venue first aid kits.
Attend Production and Scenery meetings pertaining to your assigned projects and as determined by the Stage Operations Manager.
Work with the with Stage Operations Manager to forecast and draft staffing schedules. Flag overtime proposals for discussion and approval. Identify projects to fill-out weeks without high demand.
Attend all technical and dress rehearsals and coordinate with Technical Directors to ensure the production’s needs are met.
Coordinate with the Technical Directors regarding load-ins and strikes for projects you are assigned and assist with these tasks as needed.
Maintain a professional attitude at all times
Other operations and related administrative duties as assigned by the Stage Operations Manager, Technical Directors, and Production Office Staff.
Minimum Requirements
Ability to work well collaboratively as part of and in a team setting.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times in a fast paced, high intensity environment
A commitment to equity, diversity, inclusiveness, and belonging.
Three years of professional technical theatre experience.
Experience with manual rigging systems
Proactive in assessing situations and their needs and executing solutions.
Must have effective communication skills.
Experience in overseeing and running stage crews.
Basic Theatrical Carpentry
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, occasionally on short notice.
Preferred Background
Experience working in an educational institution.
College degree in Scenic Technology or Stage Management
Experience in multi-purpose performance spaces
AutoCAD drafting experience
Experience with producing diagrams for Orchestra seating layouts
Experience with Automated rigging systems
ETCP certification in Theatrical rigging
Experienced knowledge and understanding of one or more of the following: Orchestra, Opera, Theatre, and Dance.
Please note that a cover letter is required of all applicants. An application cannot be submitted without a cover letter.
Benefits Offerings
The Juilliard School provides competitive compensation and generous perks and benefits for all eligible employees.
Benefit offerings may differ based on Employee Status.
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
403(b) retirement annuity plan with a generous employer contribution
Optional, supplemental tax-deferred 403(b) retirement annuity plan
Substantial paid time off, including vacation, personal leave, sick leave, and 29 paid School holidays
Long-term disability coverage and salary continuation
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Account (pre-tax income for eligible health care expenses)
Commuter benefits (pre-tax income for parking or mass transit expenses)
Free financial-planning services
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