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Assistant Stage Manager jobs are open across theater, opera, dance, and live events, from entry-level positions to experienced roles supporting complex productions, with specializations in stage management, production coordination, and touring shows. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Department of Theatre & Film is committed to fostering students’ creativity through the development of critical-thinking skills combined with intellectual inquiry. With a focus on academic excellence, creative exploration, and scholarly investigation, our students and faculty learn, evaluate, and exchange their knowledge of theatre and film in an inclusive environment. Students experience a range of perspectives that prepare them for real-world practice in today’s complex world. As a community of artists and scholars we strive to be engaged global citizens as a means to propose and build new visions for the future, while examining expectations of being human in the 21st century. The department currently enrolls 130 majors with 30 full time faculty and offers a BA in Theatre Arts and BFA in Theatre Arts emphases in Acting for Stage & Screen and Design & Theatre Production, as well as a BFA in Film Production.
The University of Mississippi, the state’s flagship university, is also its largest, with a student body of approximately 24,710 students, including 20% students of color and students from over 80 countries. UM is ranked among the nation’s fastest-growing institutions and has been consistently recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for by The Chronicle of Higher Education. The university has an R-1 Highest Research Activity Carnegie Classification. The university recently launched its new strategic initiative, EmpowerNow .
Mississippi provides a rich environment for creativity and research. The university is located in Oxford, home to a vibrant literary and arts scene, about an hour south of Memphis and three hours north of Jackson, MS. Each year the community hosts the Oxford Film Festival, the Double Decker Music Festival, and the Oxford Blues Festival, among other gatherings, and UM sponsors the Oxford Conference for the Book and a yearlong performing arts series at the Gertrude C. Ford Center among its many cultural events.
- UM Department of Theatre & Film: https://theatreandfilm.olemiss.edu
- Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts: https://fordcenter.org
- UM University Museums: https://museum.olemiss.edu/
- Visit Oxford: https://visitoxfordms.com/
- Yoknapatawpha Arts Council: https://oxfordarts.com/
Applicants should complete the University’s online application form at https://careers.olemiss.edu/ AND submit a letter of intent and a Curriculum Vitae. Request for additional materials may follow. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until an adequate pool has been established.
Our Department recognizes and is committed to the importance of fostering a welcoming environment for all in teaching, research, and service and maintains an enthusiasm for making the most of the opportunities to promote inclusivity in our Department, our academic field, and the broader community. Our Departmental goals are supported by the larger mission and strategic commitment to access and opportunity at the University of Mississippi and in the College of Liberal Arts.
The University of Mississippi embraces a meaningful and holistic commitment to complying with relevant laws and non-discrimination provisions, and in doing so, to advance access and fair treatment for all in a welcoming environment. The University of Mississippi is committed to embracing a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive community that does not discriminate, harass, or treat individuals differently based on their identities including on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.
The University of Mississippi is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADEA employer.
Job Summary:
The Department of Theatre & Film at The University of Mississippi invites applications for an Instructional Assistant Professor of Stage & Production Management beginning August 2027. This full-time nine-month position requires a bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) in Theatre or related field, or equivalent experience in stage and/or production management, as well as two years of professional work.Job Description:
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate management courses at all levels; mentoring students in the program both academically and artistically as well as with career preparation; serving as production manager for our mainstage season and supervising the stage management discipline at a Research I University. Additional responsibilities will include performing service appropriate to the position including recruitment and participation in shared governance.
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Job Responsibilities:
- Teaching undergraduate management courses at all levels.
- Mentoring students in the program both academically and artistically as well as with career preparation.
- Continue growth and development of the stage management program.
- Serving as production manager for our mainstage season.
- Ensuring all departmental theatre productions have a stage management team.
- Performing service appropriate to the position including recruitment and participation in shared governance.
Education Qualifications:
Bachelor's (Required)Experience:
Relevant experienceInterview Requirement:
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
EEO Statement:
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Department:
The Department of Theatre & Film is committed to fostering students’ creativity through the development of critical-thinking skills combined with intellectual inquiry. With a focus on academic excellence, creative exploration, and scholarly investigation, our students and faculty learn, evaluate, and exchange their knowledge of theatre and film in an inclusive environment. Students experience a range of perspectives that prepare them for real-world practice in today’s complex world. As a community of artists and scholars we strive to be engaged global citizens as a means to propose and build new visions for the future, while examining expectations of being human in the 21st century. The department currently enrolls 130 majors with 30 full time faculty and offers a BA in Theatre Arts and BFA in Theatre Arts emphases in Acting for Stage & Screen and Design & Theatre Production, as well as a BFA in Film Production.
The University of Mississippi, the state’s flagship university, is also its largest, with a student body of approximately 24,710 students, including 20% students of color and students from over 80 countries. UM is ranked among the nation’s fastest-growing institutions and has been consistently recognized as one of the best colleges in the nation to work for by The Chronicle of Higher Education. The university has an R-1 Highest Research Activity Carnegie Classification. The university recently launched its new strategic initiative, EmpowerNow .
Mississippi provides a rich environment for creativity and research. The university is located in Oxford, home to a vibrant literary and arts scene, about an hour south of Memphis and three hours north of Jackson, MS. Each year the community hosts the Oxford Film Festival, the Double Decker Music Festival, and the Oxford Blues Festival, among other gatherings, and UM sponsors the Oxford Conference for the Book and a yearlong performing arts series at the Gertrude C. Ford Center among its many cultural events.
- UM Department of Theatre & Film: https://theatreandfilm.olemiss.edu
- Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts: https://fordcenter.org
- UM University Museums: https://museum.olemiss.edu/
- Visit Oxford: https://visitoxfordms.com/
- Yoknapatawpha Arts Council: https://oxfordarts.com/
Applicants should complete the University’s online application form at https://careers.olemiss.edu/ AND submit a letter of intent and a Curriculum Vitae. Request for additional materials may follow. Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until an adequate pool has been established.
Our Department recognizes and is committed to the importance of fostering a welcoming environment for all in teaching, research, and service and maintains an enthusiasm for making the most of the opportunities to promote inclusivity in our Department, our academic field, and the broader community. Our Departmental goals are supported by the larger mission and strategic commitment to access and opportunity at the University of Mississippi and in the College of Liberal Arts.
The University of Mississippi embraces a meaningful and holistic commitment to complying with relevant laws and non-discrimination provisions, and in doing so, to advance access and fair treatment for all in a welcoming environment. The University of Mississippi is committed to embracing a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive community that does not discriminate, harass, or treat individuals differently based on their identities including on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.
The University of Mississippi is an EOE/AA/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADEA employer.
Job Summary:
The Department of Theatre & Film at The University of Mississippi invites applications for an Instructional Assistant Professor of Stage & Production Management beginning August 2027. This full-time nine-month position requires a bachelor's degree (master's degree preferred) in Theatre or related field, or equivalent experience in stage and/or production management, as well as two years of professional work.Job Description:
Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate management courses at all levels; mentoring students in the program both academically and artistically as well as with career preparation; serving as production manager for our mainstage season and supervising the stage management discipline at a Research I University. Additional responsibilities will include performing service appropriate to the position including recruitment and participation in shared governance.
Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!
Job Responsibilities:
- Teaching undergraduate management courses at all levels.
- Mentoring students in the program both academically and artistically as well as with career preparation.
- Continue growth and development of the stage management program.
- Serving as production manager for our mainstage season.
- Ensuring all departmental theatre productions have a stage management team.
- Performing service appropriate to the position including recruitment and participation in shared governance.
Education Qualifications:
Bachelor's (Required)Experience:
Relevant experienceInterview Requirement:
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
EEO Statement:
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant stage manager jobs.
- Prior experience assisting or working alongside a stage manager on professional productions
- Proficiency maintaining and updating prompt books throughout the rehearsal and performance process
- Strong working knowledge of QLab, cue sheets, and show calling procedures
- Actors Equity Association membership or active EMC candidacy
- Ability to coordinate schedules, track blocking, and manage rehearsal room logistics independently
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for daily reports, cast calls, and production meetings
Tips for Your Assistant Stage Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to production types
List every production you've supported by format, whether it's Broadway, regional theater, dance, or live events. Hiring teams read these credits closely, so grouping them by genre helps them see your fit for their specific production environment.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant stage manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your prompt book and calling experience
Many ASM job descriptions ask specifically about cueing and prompt book maintenance. Call out the systems you use, whether that's QLab, theatrical lighting boards, or manual notation, so your technical fluency is clear from the first scan.
Get your Actors Equity card in order
Many regional and touring productions require or strongly prefer Equity membership. If you're an Equity Membership Candidate, state your hours clearly on your resume so employers know exactly where you stand before the interview.
Prepare for practical auditions in interviews
Some theater companies ask you to walk through how you'd run a specific rehearsal scenario or handle a last-minute schedule conflict. Rehearse a clear, confident answer that shows how you communicate with directors, crew, and stage managers under pressure.
Negotiate your per diem and housing on touring gigs
Touring assistant stage manager contracts often include per diem and housing allowances that are negotiable at offer stage. Know the standard rates for your contract type, Equity or non-Equity, before the conversation starts so you aren't leaving compensation on the table.
Assistant Stage Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant stage managers?
The most active employers for assistant stage managers right now are MN Orchestra, Sunset Studios, and University of Mississippi, and the most openings are in Missouri, Colorado, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Regional theater companies, touring productions, and opera houses tend to post the highest volume of ASM openings throughout the year.
How many assistant stage manager jobs are remote?
About 100% of assistant stage manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most stage management work. Administrative sub-roles such as scheduling coordination, production documentation, and company management support are the areas most likely to offer any remote flexibility.
How do you become an assistant stage manager?
Start by studying theater production or stage management at a college or conservatory program, where you'll log supervised production hours. Build credits by volunteering or interning on community and academic productions, then move into paid assistant roles at regional theaters. Accumulate Equity Membership Candidate hours through Equity-affiliated productions to qualify for union membership, which opens doors to larger professional venues.
Can you get hired as an assistant stage manager with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level ASM roles exist at community theaters, university productions, and small non-Equity houses that actively hire candidates with minimal professional credits. Focus on building a production list from academic or volunteer work, demonstrate strong organizational skills and familiarity with prompt book basics, and be willing to start with smaller productions to earn your first professional credits.
What does the assistant stage manager interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen to review your production credits and ask about specific shows you've supported. A follow-up interview typically involves scenario-based questions around handling rehearsal conflicts, calling cues, or managing a last-minute cast change. Some companies ask for a sample daily report or run sheet you've created, so keep a few clean examples from past productions ready to share.
Where can I find and apply to assistant stage manager jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant stage manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from theaters, touring companies, opera houses, and live event producers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and production background, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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