Job No. 158056
- Job Title:
- Stage Manager - Theatre and Film
- Employer:
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Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
- Location:
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Bowling Green , OH
- Posting Date:
- 20-Mar-2026
- Description:
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Summary
To serve as the Stage Manager or 1st Assistant Stage Manager for a mainstage Department of Theatre and Film production.
Career Readiness Competencies:
Communication
Professionalism
Teamwork
Essential Functions
Rehearsal Management: Ensure smooth and efficient running of rehearsals, tape out floor plans, set up and clear rehearsal spaces as needed, request rehearsal props and costumes, and keep track of decisions made in the rehearsal process
Documentation: Record blocking and maintain appropriate paperwork in prompt book, take line notes as needed, time all runs and rehearsals, and communicate changes and concerns through daily rehearsal reports
Cast & Crew Coordination: Distribute forms, collect personal information from cast and crew, and provide prompting during rehearsals
Production Meetings: Lead discussion in weekly production meetings
Performance Operations: Run and call the show during performances and ensure all rehearsal and performance areas are secure after use
Other duties as assigned in accordance with standard theatrical practice; a more specific detail of duties can be requested from the Stage Management supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
Full-time student with minimum G.P.A. of 2.0
Working knowledge of stage management and theatrical procedures
Willingness to work with fellow students and staff
Able to do moderate lifting
Able to follow verbal instructions
Additional Information
Evening and weekend hours required
Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
- Contact information:
- Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
- Bowling Green, OH 43403
- United States
- Employer's Website:
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