Production Stage Manager - Blue Man Group Orlando at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group

***Le poste étant situé aux États-Unis, la description de poste est disponible uniquement en anglais.*** ***As this position in based in the United States, the job description is available in English only.*** ______________________________________ Production Stage Manager – BMG Orlando Stage Management Full-Time Position Blue Man Group Orlando is looking for a full-time Production Stage Manager. The Production Stage Manager is a member of the local management team and, working in conjunction with the Production Manager and Company Manager, coordinates the successful, efficient, and safe running of day-to-day show operations and outside events. Effective oral and written communication skills are essential, as are interpersonal skills. The ability to work effectively in a team environment is required. The ability to work with established deadlines is required. The ability to work effectively with diverse populations is required. Essential Duties and Responsibilities This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time. •        Ensure that Blue Man Group values and artistic vision are understood and supported across the organization. •        Oversee the Performers, Band, and Blue Men, including training & development, corrective action, and performance evaluations in conjunction with the Company Manager and BMG Artistic Direction. •        Facilitate the smooth transition of new Blue Men and Band into the local cast in conjunction with BMG Artistic Direction. •        Oversee the coordination and scheduling of cross-training of Blue Men and band in conjunction with BMG Artistic Direction. •        Coordinate audition and hiring process for new Band members in conjunction with BMG Artistic Direction and Company Management. •        Supervise and ensure the smooth operation of the local Stage Management Department. •        Oversee the day-to-day running of the show, including calling of the show, and smooth and safe running of all activities backstage, on-stage, and in the house. •        Supervise the Stage Management personnel, including hiring, corrective action, training & development, and executing performance development discussions. •        Ensure and maintain all backstage and onstage safety and emergency procedures in conjunction with the Production Manager. •        Ensure the execution of the pre-show process when calling the show, including balancing creative exploration and the need to focus, ensuring that everything runs smoothly and on time, and problem-solving/troubleshooting as necessary. •        Oversee rehearsals, including integration of new pieces, new Performer training rehearsals, gig rehearsals, workshops, cross training, etc., as scheduled. •        Plan, oversee, and execute gig performances and appearances in conjunction with Company Management and Marketing teams. •        Inform Stage Management of show changes, Artistic Direction notes, gigs, and other projects as needed. •        Maintain paperwork including performance reports, calling script, track sheets, schedules, archival records, etc. •        Maintain open communication with the Technical Crew, Front of House staff, Cleaning Crew, and other applicable departments as needed and appropriate. •        Create, maintain, and distribute weekly production schedules. •        Work with the Production Manager to create and maintain an accurate and up-to-date Production Schedule. •        Work with BMG Artistic Direction to help strengthen the Blue Man combinations within the show through scheduling. •        Oversee the Stage Management department & Performer show schedules. •        Monitor the daily activities of the space, and alert Production Manager of any scheduling issues and space problems. •        Work in conjunction with the Production Manager and members of the Safety Leadership Team to oversee the local safety program, including planning and conducting fire drills, hearing tests, and other elements as necessary. •        Liaise with the Safety Task Force and Safety Task Force point person as necessary. •        Serve as a member of the local management team. •        Create efficient, communicative, fun, and team-oriented environment across the various departments and be proactive in solving concerns and problems. •        Work with Production Stage Managers from other cities as needed to facilitate exchange of ideas and systems. •        Communicate updates, problems, aesthetic decisions/questions, needs, and questions on behalf of the ADM and Managing Director. •        Conduct all Talent Dialogues with Stage Management and Performers within dictated time frame. •        Monitor and approve timesheets and PTO requests for direct reports on a timely basis. Approve or deny requests for Stage Management and Performer overtime. •        Develop annual department budgets in conjunction with Company Manager. •        Complete accident investigations on behalf of the Stage Management Department & Performers. •        Assist in maintaining the artistic and technical aesthetic of the show. •        Maintain the artistic aesthetic of the Blue Men, Band, and the show as informed by BMG Artistic Direction. •        Assist the Blue Man Captain and Resident Music Director in gathering feedback on any artistic, technical, and/or musical aesthetic changes to the show. Facilitate implementation of feedback. •        Oversee the recording, gathering, and distributing of performance and technical notes and reports. •        All other work-related duties as assigned.   Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. •        Project and resource management: ability to maintain multi-person multi-event schedules. •        Fluent in English, both written and spoken. •        Where permitted by applicable law, must have received or be willing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine and booster by date of hire to be considered for employment. •        Verification of the right to work in the United States for Blue Man Group, as demonstrated by completion of the Form I-9 upon hire and the submission of acceptable documentation (as noted on the Form I-9) verifying one’s identity and work authorization. •        Able to pass a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education, and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law. •        The Production Stage Manager is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. They must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. •        This position requires ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. •        Applicants should have a flexible schedule with holiday availability. Evening and weekend hours are regular and required. •        This is a full-time salaried position and has a Competitive Benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, and 401K Plans. •        The starting salary for this position is $70,000.00. Interested applicants should please apply with a resume and cover letter. About Blue Man Group   Blue Man Group is a global entertainment phenomenon, known for its award-winning theatrical productions, iconic characters, and multiple creative explorations. Blue Man Group is owned and operated by Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group. Blue Man Group performances are euphoric celebrations of human connection through art, music, comedy, and non-verbal communication.   Since debuting at New York’s Astor Place Theatre in 1991, the live show has expanded to additional domestic residencies in Boston, Chicago, and Las Vegas, an international residency in Berlin, and multiple North American and World tours, reaching more than 35 million people worldwide. Blue Man Group is universally appealing to a broad range of age groups and cultural backgrounds, and continually injected with new music, fresh stories, custom instruments, and sensory stimulating graphics.   Blue Man Group is committed to building a creative and dynamic workplace that celebrates individual differences and diversity and treats everyone with fairness and respect. BMG does not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local regulations.