Production Stage Manager - Amphitheater; Production​/Seasonal

Production Stage Manager - Amphitheater (Production)/Seasonal Employment

Job Category
:
Event/Media Production

Requisition Number
: PRODU
004707

• Posted:
  January 12, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate: $17.75 USD per hour (up to $25.00 USD with experience and qualifications)

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Compensation for this position starts at $17.75 per hour and, with demonstrated experience and qualifications, candidates may earn up to $25.00 per 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.

• 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 Institution’s 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 amphitheater.
• 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.

Chautauqua Institution’s Referral Bonus Program is a talent solution to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that encompasses all the skills and experience necessary to deliver on our goals and objectives. Chautauqua Institution will provide a $500 referral bonus (less taxes) for active employees referring a new candidate who is hired and remains employed for at least 90 days from the first physical date of work.

In the case of seasonal positions working less than 6 months, the new candidate must remain actively employed for at least 30 days from the first physical date of work and until the closing date of the season. The closing date of the season is the last Sunday in August.

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 per 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.

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 at a cost to you. Candidates should assume there are no employer‑provided or employer‑assisted housing options available for this position unless otherwise stated.

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