Hersheypark | Stage Manager

RWS Global  is a full service, worldwide production company that provides the very best in custom-designed as well as pre-packaged events and live shows for corporations, theme parks, cruise ships, resorts, and the fashion industry. Established in 2003, RWS  Global was built from the ground up through the dedication and devotion of a hard-working team. We have experienced continued growth embracing our mission,  Raise Your Experience.

Job Description: Stage Manager

Type of Employment: Seasonal

Location: Hersheypark, Hershey, PA (housing provided if needed)

Dates:
Rehearsal: October 28 - November 12
Performance Dates: November 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29; December 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27

Salary: $900/week

Who we’re looking for…

• Provide daily support to all Performers
• Lead and provide staffing supervision and issue mitigation daily
• Perform and abide by duties described in Company Manager Handbook
• Liaison between RWS Leadership and Cast
• Provide organization and synthesis of technical and artistic information from RWS and Client
• Provide suggestions to best utilize available resources and/or procure additional support as needed
• Communicate needs to troubleshoot technical and operational logistics to General Manager(s) if applicable 
• Assist RWS Leadership and Producer with administrative duties for logistics and programming 
• Create and maintain a professional relationship with the Client Management and ensure all interactions abide by RWS standards
• Be supportive of Raise Your Experience initiatives throughout the season
• Oversee and manage Talent to perform all production elements properly and safely
• Abide by all Timelines presented forth by RWS Producer and Project Manager
• Prepare and submit Daily Operational Reports to the  RWS Entertainment Manager and Producer
• Acquire and demonstrate awareness of both RWS’ and the venue’s safety procedures including Emergency Action Plans, Injury & illness Prevention Plans, Accident Reporting, and additional protocols.
• Assist with overall production needs as reasonably requested
• Address onsite concerns ahead of Daily Operations and perform emergency troubleshooting as needed.
• Accountability for care and tracking of all performance collateral. All to be properly and securely stored when not in use.
• Complete all duties to the satisfaction of the Company
• Follow the Company chain of command.
• Follow all given RWS and Client infectious disease control and safety protocols as may be necessary.
• Adhere to all RWS Handbook guidelines, including dress codes and codes of conduct.
• Ensure that the talent signs the daily sign in sheet and that it is passed off to the Entertainment Manager by end of day on Sunday.
• Ensure talent is following approved Show Direction per RWS and Client and follow up as necessary
• Ensure that the talent has completed a warm up
• Other duties as needed.  

Responsibilites:

Rehearsals

• Develop and maintain calling script with all technical and performance cues.
• Collaborate with designers and technical staff to integrate lighting, sound, projections, set changes, and special effects.
• Tape out rehearsal spaces to specifications from the design team

Performances

• Call all technical and performance cues during each performance with precision and consistency as needed.
• Assist with scene changes, prop management, and show safety.
• Supervise backstage crew, dressers, and technicians during performances.
• Ensure the integrity of the director’s vision by monitoring pacing, blocking, and performance consistency.
• Address emergencies calmly and effectively, ensuring the safety of cast, crew, and audience.
• Distribute performance reports and maintain records of each rehearsal and performance.
• Serve as the primary liaison among the director, designers, cast, and crew.
• Maintain accurate documentation for future remounts or archival purposes.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement
DIVERSE IS WHO WE ARE
Way more than a box to check, diversity is core to RWS Global culture. We value it, promote it, protect it and hire it. All differences are welcome here. We know for a fact that each employee’s individual background, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression and capabilities are a contribution to our culture, as well as our reputation and achievements. So bring all of who you are, no questions asked.