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Stage Manager

OSCA 231435·ANZSCO 212316

Employed

890

Part-time share

28.5%

Female share

57.8%

Median age

38 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Stage Manager is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Advanced Diploma of Live Production and Management Services and Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services.

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About this career

Plans, organises, supervises and coordinates the day-to-day operations of screen or live performance productions, including managing the activities of crew, artists and technicians.

What they typically do

  • Supervises the day-to-day operations of a film, television or live performance production
  • Coordinates and manages rehearsal processes
  • Liaises between performers, creative artists and the production team to support the director during rehearsals
  • Coordinates bump-in and bump-out of costumes, sets, props and lighting
  • Manages performers during the performance run
  • Coordinates pre-show set up and manages the backstage, props and costumes
  • Plans and schedules rehearsals and production activities and calls technical cues during a show
  • Oversees and manages daily operations of the production team, staff and artists to ensure efficient flow of work through the facility
  • Assists with setting up and maintaining the production and technical workflow processes internally and externally

Where they work

Information Media and Telecommunications

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
40%
VIC
27.9%
QLD
17.7%
WA
7.9%
SA
7.2%
ACT
2.3%
TAS
1%
NT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Stage Manager.

  • Advanced Diploma of Live Production and Management Services

    CUA60225 · AQF 5 · 2 providers

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  • Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services

    CUA50425 · AQF 5 · 7 providers

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