Stage Manager - Game Day Operations

Job Title: Stage Manager
Department: Game Presentation
Job Reports To: Senior Manager, Game Presentation
Status: Non-Exempt

Nashville Predators Stage Managers will work under the Nashville Predators Game & Event Presentation, Production, Operations, and Entertainment department. They will assist in the coordination and execution of all assigned aspects relating to live game and event production.

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Provide operational support to the Game Presentation department during all Nashville Predators home games and scheduled events.
• Assist and participate during rehearsals, including sound checks (anthem singers, host/emcee mics, communication devices, etc.), opening introductions, in-game promotions, intermission activities, ceremonies, special effects, performers, color guards, etc.
• Prep, manage, and clean/put back props and other materials that will be used during the course of the game/event. Promptly communicate any problems, issues, defects, or feedback to production management.
• Will act as a liaison between the game/event Producers and Managers to set up and cue part-time Nashville Predators Energy Team, staff, hosts, emcees and other talent for live promotional opportunities and intermission activities that occur throughout the game.
• Work with Producers and camera operators to frame and set up live promotions while coordinating with contestants, hosts, mascot, promotional team, and additional talent.
• Responsible for ensuring that all pre-game, in-game, and post-game entertainment elements occur promptly at their pre-designated time and are executed accurately.
• Promptly relay and communicate any and all information to the game Producer and/or Director should any problems/issues/changes to scripted elements occur.
• Ensure all promotions and activities are accurately and clearly communicated and explained to any/all participants.
• Ensure any/all safety and other precautions have been taken regarding participants in all promotions and activities, particularly on-ice. Examples include providing and assisting with safety equipment, waivers, etc.
• Manage and coordinate ceremonies, entertainers, and other live presentations in coordination with instruction from Lead Producer.
• Work with game/event management to ensure all prizing for any/all promotions or activities is correct, present, and distributed as instructed.
• Find/secure contestants as required; escort talent, guests, experiential participants, and/or staff as requested.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
The Stage Managers possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skill and abilities:

• Must be proactive, organized, and resourceful with great attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task, meet tight timelines, and work effectively in a high pressure and fast-paced environment
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize efficiently and quickly
• Outstanding customer service and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to professionally communicate and interact with all levels of management, staff, guests, children, executives, celebrities, players, VIP’s, etc.
• Ability to lift at least 20-30 pounds at a time
• Flexible schedule: able to commit to 80% or more of Nashville Predators home games (all Gameday Associates are not required to work all home games – games are scheduled on a rotating basis amongst the Gameday Associates pool of employees).
• Additional duties, expectations, demands, etc. may be added or changed on an as-needed basis to meet organizational needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18+ years of age
• Must be a high school graduate (or equivalent).
• Bachelor’s degree, or current college student, is strongly preferred
• 1-2+ years of experience working in live sports entertainment, TV/Film production, live event management, or other relevant production/coordination experience preferred.
• NHL/Nashville Predators knowledge and passion is a plus
• Strong team-player; “above and beyond” work ethic and mentality

Equal Opportunity Employer: Nashville Predators is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status, genetic information, or any other applicable federal or state protected classification. The organization celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees.
In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact Margie Horwitz at mhorwitz@nashvillepredators.com to request an accommodation.

Preds Perks: | In addition to medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, all full-time employees of the Nashville Predators and entities are eligible for Preds Perks. These currently include the following: Competitive pay, referral bonuses, 401K eligibility, priority access to event presales, tickets to events (when available), Nashville Locker Room (pro shop) discount, premium pay for overnight shifts, 19+ days of paid time off each year, Ford Ice Center programming discount, on demand pay, and bonus potential.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Nashville Predators is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status, genetic information, or any other applicable federal or state protected classification. The organization celebrates diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact Margie Horwitz at mhorwitz@nashvillepredators.com to request an accommodation.