Stage manager jobs in Finland
Stage managers coordinate and supervise the preparation and execution of the show to ensure the scenic image and the actions on stage comply with the artistic vision of the director and the artistic team. Identify needs, monitor the technical and artistic processes during rehearsals and performances of live shows and events, according to the artistic project, the characteristics of the stage and technical, economic, human and security terms.
Stage manager - Which skills are essential?
Analyse the artistic concept, form and structure of a live performance based on observation during rehearsals or improvisation. Create a structured base for the design process of a specific production.
Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.
Interpret an artist's explanation or demonstration of their artistic concepts, inceptions and processes and strive to share their vision.
Observe the show, anticipate and react to possible technical problems, ensuring optimal artistic quality.
Assess risks, propose improvements and describe measures to be taken on a production level in performing arts.
Analysing the score, form, themes and structure of a piece of music.
Analyse the selection and distribution of material elements on a stage.
Making sure the scene elements like props and furniture are placed according to specifications, procuring the costumes and wigs and making sure everybody is ready in the right time and place.
Plan the technical actions and interventions during an artistic performance. Determine when actors go on and off stage. Make sure these cues are followed to ensure a smooth running of the performance.
Adjust plans to other locations with regards to the artistic concept.
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.
Work with artists, striving to understand the creative vision and adapting to it. Make full use of your talents and skills to reach the best possible result.
Take steps to prevent fire in a performance environment. Make sure the space complies with fire safety rules, with sprinklers and fire extinguishers installed where necessary. Make sure staff are aware of fire prevention measures.
Take cues from actions on the stage and interact with them. Decide on the exact timing and procedure in a live environment, in order to produce a fluid and consistent performance.
Set up, test and operate different types of communication equipment such as transmission equipment, digital network equipment, or telecommunications equipment.
Coordinate all actions and activities during a performance in order to ensure a coherent and artistically sound result, faithful to the artistic project.
Consult, negotiate and agree on potential risks, measures and safety procedures with third parties.
Cooperate with the artistic team in order to facilitate the transition from the creative vision and its artistic concepts to a technical design.
Support designers in the course of the developing process.
Promote the importance of a safe working environment. Coach and support staff to participate actively in the continuous development of a safe working environment.
Break down a script by analysing the dramaturgy, form, themes and structure of a script. Conduct relevant research if necessary.
Take the necessary precautions while providing temporary power distribution for performance and art facility purposes under supervision.
Apply the safety rules according to training and instruction and based on a solid understanding of the prevention measures and risks to your own personal health and safety.
Interpret the artistic intentions of the author.
Assess and react to an emergency (fire, threat, accident or another calamity), alerting emergency services and taking appropriate measures to safeguard or evacuate workers, participants, visitors or audience according to the established procedures.
Understand and use technical documentation in the overall technical process.
Take necessary precautions and follow a set of measures that assess, prevent and tackle risks when working at a high distance from the ground. Prevent endangering people working under these structures and avoid falls from ladders, mobile scaffolding, fixed working bridges, single person lifts etc. since they may cause fatalities or major injuries.
Stage manager - Which skills are useful but not essential?
Manage, schedule and run rehearsals for the performance.
Observe the conductor, orchestra or director and follow text and vocal score to time cues accurately.
Plan the pyrotechnical effects for a performance. Develop an artistic vision into a plan, taking safety into account.
Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.
Make sure the pyrotechnic equipment for a performance is set up and ready for operation.
Obtain the appropriate administrative permits and licences for use and transport of pyrotechnics and weapons.
Intervene in the case of a fire in order to extinguish the fire or limit the effects pending the arrival of emergency services according to training and procedures.
Take the necessary precautions while providing temporary power distribution independently. Measure and power up an installation.
Record all actions taken to ameliorate health and safety, including evaluations, incident reports, strategic plans, risk assessments.
Take necessary precautions while preparing, transporting, storing, installing and operating pyrotechnical materials and explosives of class T1 and T2.
Safely and systematically store weapon props.
Take the necessary precautions for storing, using and disposing chemical products.
Prepare stage weapons for use on stage.
Take the necessary precautions to ensure the physical safety of an audience or people visiting an activity. Prepare actions in case of emergency. Administer first aid and direct emergency evacuations.
Prepare, create and maintain the prompt book for a theatrical production.
Prepare a plan of how weapon props will be used during a live performance.
Take the necessary steps to operate pyrotechnical effects during a performance.
Read the musical score during rehearsal and live performance.
Prompt performers in theatrical and opera productions.
Monitor and follow new trends and developments in specific sectors.
Safely store materials used for pyrotechnical stage effects.
Take necessary precautions while preparing, transporting, storing, training and operating stage weapons (stabbing weapons, shooting weapons, etc).
Obtain and administrate permits and licences for use and transport weapons on stage.