Stage Manager - Sunset Las Palmas

Studio Operations Los Angeles, California


Description

At Sunset Studios, we provide the best-in-class studio space to the biggest names in tech and entertainment, and we're seeking a Stage Manager to support our Sunset Las Palmas Studios property in Los Angeles, CA. The Stage Manager is responsible for the professional and efficient managing of stages, vendors, clients, rental equipment, billing, asset tracking, labor supervision, stage technical processes, logistics, facility repairs and maintenance, as well as a variety of clerical duties.        
 

What You'll Do       

  • Coordinate stage operation procedures relating to set load in, load out, and shooting processes to facilitate a smooth production run with clients.
  • Act as key point of contact and liaison for stage clients while providing excellent customer service.
  • Enforce local fire codes, safety rules and regulations as they relate to a studio environment.
  • Oversee studio equipment rentals, rates, billing and repairs.
  • Maintain stage reports.
  • Provides administrative services such as billing, record keeping and facility inspections.
  • Assist with resolution of facility related problems.
  • Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

What You'll Need       

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • 2-4 years production or operations experience within the entertainment industry in a high volume, fast –paced environment.
  • Excellent computer skills and demonstrated working knowledge of computers and software including proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Strong project, organizational, research and time management skills, including the ability to work independently and prioritize workload.
  • Desire to learn, grow, and be developed in studio operations.
  • Ability to quickly learn, adapt and understand production requests, as well as a variety of operational duties.
  • Exemplary communication skills and customer service skills to interact with internal and external clients, vendors and other contacts.
  • Able to meet deadlines and communicate with multiple people at one time.
  • Ability to discreetly and tactfully recognize and handle sensitive and confidential information.
  • Polished professional demeanor around clients, executives and on-lot talent.
  • Ability to evaluate and solve client issues while keeping the objectives of the Company in mind.
  • Required to work early mornings (opening shift) or late evenings (closing shift) and on weekends and holidays as needed.
  • Please note, the candidate selected for this role will be required to complete a criminal background check and drug screening. 
Essential Physical Functions / Environment     
  • Able to lift 50lbs.
  • Requires a wide range of constant physical and office activities, including but not limited to: walking, standing, sitting, talking, speaking, bending, lifting, finger manipulation, etc.
  • Frequent repetitive movements.
  • Requires work such as tours throughout property, including construction sites, usually performed by walking and by climbing stairs.
  • Requires movement between departments to facilitate work.
  • Requires close, distance, peripheral vision and depth perception.
  • Requires working at heights of up to approximately 35 feet, including navigating elevated catwalks and overhead areas as part of regular job duties.

Salary Range: $25.00 - $28.00 an hour USD (subject to relevant experience)
 
About Us

Our Sunset Studios portfolio has one mission—to provide premiere studio production facilities and top-notch service, bar none.   

Our lots include 35 modern sound stages on over 42 acres in Hollywood, another 7 stages 20 minutes north at Sunset Glenoaks and 6 brand new, purpose-built stages in the heart of Manhattan. At our state-of-the-art production facilities, our clients enjoy the latest amenities and sophisticated digital technologies.   
   
What’s more, we offer a service platform that is unequaled in value. All clients enjoy a highly personalized level of service from our attentive team, providing unsurpassed, concierge-style support, while understanding the need for flexibility. Our platform also includes Quixote by Sunset Studios, providing an unparalleled combined business offering of stages, transportation, equipment and production services.  
   
At Hollywood’s center for nearly 100 years, we’ve played a critical role in the development of the entertainment industry.
 
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Sunset Studios is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status or any other classification protected by law.