Stage Manager

Role Summary: Reporting to the Lead Stage Manager, the Stage Manager is key to the day-to-day running of the studio and is necessary for meeting client expectations. The Stage Manager is responsible for maintaining a clean, tidy, well-presented site, providing general support to studio operations, ensuring smooth day-to-day logistics and assisting production teams, facilities staff, and office personnel. This role will be cross trained in the lighting & grip department and maintain a set of L&G specific responsibilities. The Stage Manager will spend a portion of time in the equipment warehouse for general equipment upkeep. This role will also assist with loading and unloading equipment for clients and production teams and maintain a good understanding of inventory. This is a customer facing role where attention to detail is crucial when carrying out daily tasks such as facility / room setup and grounds clearance. The Stage Manager is essential in supporting productions, equipment management, and operational workflows. This is a full-time, non exempt, hourly position at a rate of $25-$30 per hour depending on experience. This role also comes with benefits including medical, dental, and vision. Key Responsibility Areas: • Customer liaison/support. • Aid in the distribution of door/parking signs. • Checking of studio facilities before and after use by production • Assist in the moving of tenant or production companies and any other duties deemed appropriate by Lead Stage Manager • Assist with setting up and breaking down production spaces, ensuring all areas are clean and ready for use and checking the facilities before a production moves in. • Support studio staff by delivering documents, and other materials between departments • Maintain organization and cleanliness in all studio spaces, including common areas and storage rooms • Help track and restock studio supplies, ensuring necessary materials are always available • Coordination and, maintenance and security reporting i.e., insecurity of buildings, damage and skip removal and maintaining of Studio Assets • Phone/office cover- give out basic site information and answer queries as required or offer alternative help. • Assisting in producing studio passes in conjunction with the Security team • Assist with the setup, maintenance, and breakdown of studio equipment and production gear • Handle the check-in and check-out process for rental equipment, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation • Perform quality control checks on equipment before and after rental to ensure functionality and safety • Support warehouse organization by maintaining clean and orderly storage of production gear • Assist with loading and unloading equipment for clients and production teams • Track inventory and report any missing, damaged, or malfunctioning equipment • Follow safety protocols and company policies when handling heavy or technical equipment • Provide on-site assistance to production crews, ensuring their equipment needs are met efficiently • Perform other duties as assigned to ensure smooth day-to-day operations