What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Stage Manager - SummerFest 2026 position at The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center?
LA JOLLA MUSIC SOCIETY
Job Title: Assistant Stage Manager - SummerFest 2026
Department: Production
Reports to: Production Manager/Production Coordinator
Status: Seasonal, non-exempt
Employment Dates: July 23rd, 2026 – August 29, 2026
Salary: $25/hr.
Job Type: In Person
Please note that this position is for a festival and is a time-heavy commitment. Any conflicts need to be reported at the time of application. In consultation with the Principal Stage Manager (PSM) and Production Manager, the Assistant Stage Managers (ASMs) can be given the opportunity to call certain shows in the PSM’s absence. In these cases, the ASM’s pay rate will be raised to $30.00/hour for that performance.
Who We Are
La Jolla Music Society is one of the most prestigious and highly respected performing arts presenters in the United States. Our winter season presentations showcase a rich variety of classical, jazz, global roots, spoken word, family, and dance programming, at its state-of-the-art venue, The Conrad, as well as off-site venues throughout San Diego. In addition to our winter season and award-winning Learning & Engagement Programs, La Jolla Music Society also produces SummerFest, a renowned four-week chamber music festival featuring world-class artists and ensembles performing an array of concerts and programs curated by SummerFest Music Director, Inon Barnatan.
JOB DESCRIPTION
By exemplifying broad representation throughout the institution, it is our goal to dissipate traditional lines of separation, enabling audiences, artists, staff, donors, and students to connect with those who are different from themselves. We believe that through that connection—both on stage and off—we can enrich all our lives, broaden our experience, open our minds, and achieve La Jolla Music Society’s mission. We seek to create a working environment where everyone knows they are welcome and valued regardless of who they are or how they identify; where difference is encouraged; and where those differences help us learn from one another.
Job Title: Assistant Stage Manager - SummerFest 2026
Department: Production
Reports to: Production Manager/Production Coordinator
Status: Seasonal, non-exempt
Employment Dates: July 23rd, 2026 – August 29, 2026
Salary: $25/hr.
Job Type: In Person
Please note that this position is for a festival and is a time-heavy commitment. Any conflicts need to be reported at the time of application. In consultation with the Principal Stage Manager (PSM) and Production Manager, the Assistant Stage Managers (ASMs) can be given the opportunity to call certain shows in the PSM’s absence. In these cases, the ASM’s pay rate will be raised to $30.00/hour for that performance.
Who We Are
La Jolla Music Society is one of the most prestigious and highly respected performing arts presenters in the United States. Our winter season presentations showcase a rich variety of classical, jazz, global roots, spoken word, family, and dance programming, at its state-of-the-art venue, The Conrad, as well as off-site venues throughout San Diego. In addition to our winter season and award-winning Learning & Engagement Programs, La Jolla Music Society also produces SummerFest, a renowned four-week chamber music festival featuring world-class artists and ensembles performing an array of concerts and programs curated by SummerFest Music Director, Inon Barnatan.
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Assist the PSM with rehearsals, performances, and other venue related activities throughout the duration of SummerFest.
- Review upcoming schedules to ensure smooth operation of the day’s events and discuss concerns with the PSM.
- Assist the PSM with stage diagrams and rehearse stage changes with the entire stage team daily for each concert.
- Maintain a safe and clean area onstage, backstage, in the green room, and anywhere that staff or artists will have access.
- Coordinate with venue staff (production and custodial) to ensure the stage, rehearsal rooms, and green room are clean and stocked with appropriate necessities (supplies, tables, and chairs, etc.)
- Always attend to artists’ rehearsal and performance needs.
- Maintain the highest level of communication with the full event team, including the PSM, ASM, Production Manager, Production Coordinator, Technical Director, Technical Coordinators, and LJMS Artistic Staff members.
- Take initiative to complete tasks assigned to the best of your ability, at all points throughout the festival, anticipating problems and offering solutions.
- DRESS CODE: Daytime Dress Code: Business casual, jeans are allowed, closedtoed shoes at all times. Concert Dress Code: Business dress all black pants, long sleeved black shirt, black socks & shoes. No jeans or sneakers.
- ASMs must have their own transportation to/from San Diego and daytoday transportation to/from festival venue.
- Experience with stage management, theater, or performing arts required.
- Attention to detail.
- Professional communication skills.
- Access to transportation to get to/from the venue.
- Ability to work nights and weekends for the duration of the festival.
By exemplifying broad representation throughout the institution, it is our goal to dissipate traditional lines of separation, enabling audiences, artists, staff, donors, and students to connect with those who are different from themselves. We believe that through that connection—both on stage and off—we can enrich all our lives, broaden our experience, open our minds, and achieve La Jolla Music Society’s mission. We seek to create a working environment where everyone knows they are welcome and valued regardless of who they are or how they identify; where difference is encouraged; and where those differences help us learn from one another.
Salary : $25 - $30