Production Stage Manager Amphitheater (Production)Seasonal Employment
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Job Location:
Chautauqua - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Your Compensation
Compensation for this position starts at $17.75/Hour and with demonstrated experience and qualifications candidates may earn up to $25.00/Hour.
Be the consummate host by delivering safely functioning and well-maintained audio and video systems in support of a dynamic engaging and memorable enrichment and entertainment program.
About Your Work Day
- Leading setup run of show and changeover of worship services and lectures.
- Train crew in setups building and institution practices and safety standards; Train Assistant Stage Manager(s).
- Communicate with Chautauqua Assembly Chautauqua Institutions streaming platform and the technical and AV teams regarding programming setup.
- Ensuring that the needs of all events in the Amphitheater are met to enable the practical function of these events.
- Set-up and tear-down of equipment for rehearsals and performances; Working with IATSE crew amphitheater crew and tour crew during load-in run of show and loadout.
- Organizing with Chautauqua Assembly the top of the show to simplify the start of the stream with the beginning of the show in the amp.
- Planning for allocation of equipment resources.
- Care and maintenance of the facility; Maintaining onstage backstage and dressing room setups spaces and signage.
- Keep track of supplies such as tape office supplies and other items needed for daily operations and inform the Amp Manager when additional supplies are required.
- Assist with scheduling the crew each week.
- Interacting with all individuals who comprise the Chautauqua community including fellow crew members on-stage performers/presenters and CI guests attending events ensuring a positive experience for all.
About the Referral Program
About Your Schedule
Chautauqua Institution and Chautauqua Hotel Company offer flexible schedules full and part-time for seasonal employment during summer operations starting annually each June and concluding in August. Seasonal employment may be available earlier (pre-season) and beyond season (post-season) based on business needs and candidate availability. Schedules typically include evenings weekends and/or holidays as a requirement.
While you will confirm your final schedule with management at the time of an interview and offer of employment you should generally anticipate the following schedule options for this position:
Will be scheduled to work an average of 35-45 hours/week. Scheduled hours will include evenings weekends and holidays based on business needs. The Amphitheater Production Manager will determine pre-season hours but must be available to start June 6th 2026.
About Living on the Grounds
Chautauqua Institution may provide limited housing options on our grounds or assist you with locating nearby housing arrangements for select opportunities based on business needs. Housing is not an option for many positions and may be of a cost to you. Candidates should assume there are no employer-provided or employer-assisted housing options available for this position unless it is otherwise stated.
About Chautauqua Institution
Chautauqua Institution is a not-for-profit global convener of dialogue on the most significant issues of the day through engagement across four pillars of the arts education religion and recreation. The Chautauqua community is located on the shores of Chautauqua Lake in southwestern New York State and comes alive each summer with a unique mix of visual and performing arts lectures interfaith worship/programs and recreational activities. Chautauqua Institution owns and operates Chautauqua Hotel Company a comprehensive hotel food & beverage conferencing and events organization.
Discovering Your Chautauqua Experience
There are countless ways that our talent will engage with our mission vision and diverse communities and you are invited to immerse yourself in our programming as a gateway to this experience. Employees will receive a traditional Chautauqua gate pass free of cost which provides access to many of our programs at the Amphitheater.
Our Commitment to IDEA
Chautauqua Institution values Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) as a priority in our strategic plan 150 Forward. One of our five core values is The dignity and contributions of all people. We are committed to creating conditions where everyone can engage as complete and valued participants in the Chautauqua experience. The Institution is an equal-opportunity employer committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against based on any status protected under federal state or local law. We especially welcome applications from those who can demonstrate experience engagement and professional expertise in IDEA.
Joining Our Talent Community
Join our talent community online at You are encouraged to learn more about Chautauqua Institution at and view the 150 Forward Strategic Plan at .
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
Welcome to Chautauqua Institution! We are a community of artists, educators, thinkers, faith leaders and friends dedicated to exploring the best in humanity.
