Job Description

The Robert and Margrit Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts, UC Davis, a leading arts organization with a vibrant, forward-thinking presenting program, a high level of academic activity and engagement, a solid base of committed donors, and the stewardship of two roadhouses on the beautiful campus of UC Davis, is accepting applications for the position of Stage Manager.

Qualified applicants will have experience in evaluating technical theatre needs of touring artists/companies based upon production specifications; advancing technical theatre performance logistics; reading and interpreting stage drawings; touring show and event coordination practices; and at least two areas of technical theatre work (stage carpentry, flyrail, lighting, rigging, video, sound, or wardrobe) besides stage management in a professional, non-volunteer capacity.

When needed, the Stage Manager will also act as crew during pre-hangs, load-ins, set-ups, rehearsals, performances, and strikes, and will lead technical activities in absence of department heads.

Preferred qualifications include experience performing technical work for a roadhouse theatre, and planning, coordinating, and managing special events in a large non-profit setting.

NOTE: The Mondavi Center is a presenting organization, and does not produce plays or musicals. All performances, concerts, and events are accomplished within a compressed time frame in roadhouse spaces.

The incumbent will work a highly variable schedule in support of the Mondavi Center’s busy schedule, including evenings, weekends, split shifts, and holidays, and must be able to work overtime. This is a 75% nine-month partial-year position that pays $24.05 per hour and is eligible for the University of California’s benefits package.

To view the position and submit an on-line application, visit https://hr.ucdavis.edu/careers. Reference requisition 3298.
The deadline for applications is December 26, 2019. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All applications are welcome; however, the Mondavi Center cannot provide funds for interview travel or re-location assistance.

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