Proctors Collaborative is the Capital District’s leading regional arts organization with performing arts venues in Albany, Schenectady and Saratoga, and education, civic engagement and economic development initiatives throughout the region. We’re changing expectations about how the arts serve a community.

Capital Repertory Theatre (theREP) in Albany, seeks a Stage Management Apprentice to join its production team. This position is full-time, hourly with benefits.

theREP’s Stage Management professional training program is a two- to three-year program focusing on individuals who are interested in becoming resident Equity (Union) production stage managers and/or company managers. The program provides participants with hands-on experience in an award-winning professional, regional theatre. Participants receive a comprehensive understanding of Actors Equity Association rules and regulations, standards of backstage behavior, stage management and company management responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in:

1. scheduling and running rehearsals

2. coordinating the work of the stage crew

3. calling cues and possibly actors' entrances during performance

4. overseeing the entire show each time it is performed

• Train in how to:

1. Complete Equity contracts

2. Organize payroll documents

3. Arrange transportation

4. Prepare lodging for cast and crew

• Complete other duties as assigned for theREP’s main stage, On the Go (in-school tours), Summer Stage productions and company management activities.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess a desire to become a resident, professional stage manager or company manager

• Ability to make a multi-year commitment to this training

• Backstage and/or stage management experience in academic, community or professional theatre

• Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn

• Demonstrate excellent communication skills

• Embrace work that includes a diverse group of people

• Exhibit punctuality and organizational skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

• Ability to work a varied schedule that includes days, evenings and weekends

• Must be at least 21 years old

• Reside in the Capital Region

• Have a valid driver’s license

• B.A. or B.F.A. in Theatre or Liberal Arts or equivalent work experience

• Knowledge of a variety of plays is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Withstand long working days

Lift 40 pounds

Bend, twist and squat.

Proctors Collaborative is committed to building a workplace that is both creative and progressive. To that end, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, people of color, all cultural backgrounds and persons with disabilities. We celebrate individual differences and we strive to treat everyone with fairness and respect.

Proctors Collaborative does not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veterans’ status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Qualified candidates receive an opportunity to join Actors Equity Association (the actors’ and stage managers’ union).