So like many before me, I have just graduated from University studying Drama at Canterbury Christ Church University, specialising in Stage Management.
Throughout my time studying, I was very fortunate to be offered a Stage Management internship working on a touring production with the European Arts Company, Merlin Holland and Peter Craze (a very rare opportunity it would seem). Whilst working on this production, the show received a West End Transfer to which I also worked on. I was then very fortunate to be invited back to work with the company again on the 125th Anniversary production of The Picture of Dorian Gray which also received a West End Transfer. I learnt so much from these productions and was very fortunate to be given the opportunity.
My issue now is, I have graduated from university and am trying to find an Assistant Stage Managers position. I really need a stable paid position as I have bills and rent to pay, but all the jobs I have applied to on here have all come back unsuccessful due to lack of experience or due to the fact I did not graduate from one of the conservatoire of drama schools.
I was wondering if anyone had any advice for me regarding where to look for Stage Management positions or options I may be able to pursue. Volunteering seems to be out of the window for me as I need a paid position but unsure how to progress. Any advice would be gratefully received.
Hello Mason, I'm assuming that you're aware of The Stage newspaper (available in print and digital formats), which carries industry jobs and has done for many a long year.
The other reliable source of Stage Management work is via the SMA Freelist - you'll have to join the SMA, of course, but if you intend to pursue a career in Stage Management then you really should anyway. I'm pretty sure they have a special rate for new Graduates. Former colleagues of mine have found the Freelist an excellent way to build a repuation in the early stages of a career and your reputation will then carry you forward.
Good luck with your search :^)
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