Illinois Shakespeare Festival 2026 – Company Management and Assistant Stage Management

Job description

Division Name: Academic Affairs Department: School of Theatre, Dance, and Film Job Summary: The Illinois Shakespeare Festival is seeking applications for Assistant Stage Managers, a Company Manager, and an Assistant Company Manager for the 2026 summer season. ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER: COMPANY MANAGER and ASSISTANT COMPANY MANAGER Housing is available at a reduced cost beginning on May 11. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed and positions filled as applications are received. In addition to the required resume and cover letter, interested applicants are encouraged to submit images of their work, uploaded as a Word or PDF document. Alternatively, a link to an online portfolio can be uploaded in a Word or PDF document. - Stage management experience is required, preferably in a professional environment; however, in accordance with the U/RTA and Guest Artist AEA contracts, candidates must be working towards, or have recently completed their degree. The ideal candidates will have demonstrated strong stage management and leadership skills, work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment, be self-motivated, be an enthusiastic team player, and be ab...