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Stage Manager

Berklee College of MusicBoston, MA

$57,000 - $62,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Director
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$57,000-$62,000/year

Job Description

Job Description:

The Boston Conservatory at Berklee (BCB) is seeking a skilled, organized, and collaborative Stage Manager to join its Performance Services team. This role is ideal for a production professional who thrives in a creative, student-centered environment. The expected start date is August 2026.

Reporting to the Production Operations Manager, the Stage Manager serves as the Production Stage Manager (PSM) for assigned productions-including plays, musicals, operas, and dance performances-and as Manager on Duty for designated projects. They will lead staff and student assistant stage managers, support rehearsals and performances, maintain production documentation, and coordinate logistics to ensure smooth execution of all BCB productions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage rehearsals, runs-of-show, and post-production activities.

  • Supervise, train, and mentor staff and student assistant stage managers.

  • Attend production meetings and share updates with relevant stakeholders.

  • Maintain prompt books, schedules, cue sheets, and other production documentation.

  • Coordinate rehearsal spaces, props, and technical resources.

  • Support additional events, including summer programs and orientation activities.

Qualifications:

  • B.A. in Theater or equivalent experience.

  • 3-5 years of professional stage management experience in theater, dance, or opera.

  • Experience working with and mentoring students in higher education.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

  • Ability to read or follow scores for musicals and/or operas.

  • Familiarity with FileMaker Pro is a plus.

This role requires some evenings and weekends. The Stage Manager will work in a variety of environments, including stages, rehearsal rooms, dressing rooms, and offices, with occasional lifting (up to 30 lbs) and climbing short ladders.

Why Berklee?

At Berklee, creativity, collaboration, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. Staff work in a mission-driven, student-centered environment where their contributions directly support students' artistic growth. Berklee values diversity, work-life balance, and professional development, providing a culture that empowers employees to thrive personally and professionally.

Hiring Range: $57,000 to $62,000; salary dependent on relevant experience and education. Please visit the Total Rewards page to learn more about the benefits of working at Berklee.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:

We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.

  • Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*

Employee Type:

Staff

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This job at Berklee College of Music is located in Boston, MA, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Berklee College of Music?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $57,000 and $62,000 per year.
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Berklee College of Music lists this position under the following employment categories:
  • Alternate-schedule
  • Full-time
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Berklee College of Music is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
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