- Plan details such as framing, composition, camera movement, sound, and actor movement for each shot or scene.
- Communicate to actors the approach, characterization, and movement needed for each scene in such a way that rehearsals and takes are minimized.
- Direct live broadcasts, films and recordings, or non-broadcast programming for public entertainment or
Stage manager | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Stage managers make sure the sets, equipment and props are ready for the opening of a performance.
Stage managers typically work around 39 to 41 hours per week.
As a Stage manager you will typically work evenings / weekends / bank holidays.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 37,585 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Stage manager
Big gender gap
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41,279 GBP
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31,048 GBP
Average salary for part-time Stage manager
Average salary for full-time Stage manager
Showing:
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13,081 GBP
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11,320 GBP
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37,585 GBP
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31,048 GBP
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41,279 GBP
Salary over time for Stage manager
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35,611 GBP
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33,492 GBP
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33,900 GBP
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34,433 GBP
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37,224 GBP
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36,978 GBP
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37,585 GBP
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40,162 GBP
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39,673 GBP
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Future outlook for Stage managers
Balanced outlook
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Balanced outlook
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Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Stage manager and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
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Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Coordination Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
Reading Comprehension Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
What technical skills do I need?
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Things to highlight for your Stage manager interview
Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Leadership Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical.
