Assistant Stage Manager - Part Time

Disneyland Resort

Feb. 29, 2024

Job Summary:

“It takes people to make the dream a reality.” Walt was on to something when he said that, and it continues to ring true today. Entertainment is no different. Our Assistant Stage Managers assist in the daily operation of the shows and atmosphere product at the Disneyland Resort. Your responsibilities will range from being part of a running crew on a stage show to calling cues to assisting our many atmosphere shows performing during the day.

Responsibilities:

• Work under the direction and guidance of a salaried Entertainment Stage Manager (Production Stage Manager)
• Perform daily operational duties to support stage productions, shows, atmosphere shows, spectaculars, events and festivals

These responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage the backstage and onstage areas during technical rehearsals and shows
• Maintain smooth, calm operation, and logistics of rehearsals and shows
• Call cues for rehearsals and shows
• Facilitate communication between Production, Cast, and Crew
• Perform daily setup and cleaning
• Assist in the maintenance of stage presets
• Provide clear communication between calling SM and the crew during rehearsals and performances

Basic Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Can be flexible with work schedule, including weekends and holidays
• Must be Fully Available Friday/Saturday/Sunday & holidays year round and fully available seven (7) days a week in peak times of the year (Spring Break, Summer, Thanksgiving, & Christmas/New Year’s, plus various other times throughout the year as the business need dictates)
• Must be in good physical condition as the position is very demanding: for example, must be comfortable standing for long periods of time, going up and down stairs and ladders constantly, and lifting up to 75 pounds on occasion
• Stage Manager, Assistant Stage Manager, or Production Assistant experience in a theatrical environment
• Remain calm and organized during high-stress situations
• Adaptable and proactive
• Problem solver
• Demonstrates relationship and team building skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work successfully as an individual contributor and in a team environment
• Strong leadership skills
• Has strong computer skills and understanding of current technology
• Takes initiative
• Can work in a safe, efficient, and organized manner
• Positive and able to work in a collaborative manner
• Understand how to "manage in the gray" and be able to make quick and decisive decisions when necessary
• Uphold the standards of Disney Entertainment

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA/BFA in Theater or other related course of study

Preferred Education

• BA/BFA in Theater or other related course of study.

Additional Information:

SCHEDULE AVAILABILITY
Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and some shifts may start as early as 5:00am while some may end as late as 3:00am, 4:00am or 5:00am. Rehearsal and show shifts may start at any time of the day or night.
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The pay rate for this role in California is $23.40 per hour.
Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.