Stage Personnel in Entertainment

Stage Production Roles

• Assistant Director: Assists the Director and undertakes responsibilities in their absence.
• Stage personnel responsible for recording technical and blocking information: Production Assistant or Stage Manager.
• In charge of music and singing: Music Director or Orchestra Director.

Pre-Event Stage Manager Responsibilities

• Prior to the event date, the Stage Manager ensures that all technical and logistical aspects are in place.

Director's Main Responsibility

• The Director is responsible for interpreting the script, blocking, and guiding the actors.

Costume and Props Preparation

• The Costume Supervisor or Property Manager ensures that costume and props are ready during a stage performance.

Technical Director's Role

• The Technical Director oversees the technical aspects of the production, including set construction, lighting, and sound.

Master Carpenter's Primary Role

• The Master Carpenter is responsible for building and installing the set.

Sound Designer's Responsibility

• The Sound Designer creates and implements the sound design for the production.

Property Manager's Role

• The Property Manager is responsible for acquiring, managing, and maintaining all props.

Makeup and Hair Designer's Role

• The Makeup and Hair Designer creates and implements the makeup and hair design for the actors.

Orchestra Director's Responsibility

• The Orchestra Director is responsible for conducting the orchestra and leading the musical aspects of the production.

Lighting Designer's Primary Role

• The Lighting Designer creates and implements the lighting design for the production.

Costume Designer's Role

• The Costume Designer creates and implements the costume design for the actors.

Master Electrician's Primary Role

• The Master Electrician is responsible for installing and operating the lighting and electrical systems.

Publicity/Advertising Manager's Role

• The Publicity/Advertising Manager is responsible for promoting the production through advertising, publicity, and marketing.

Test your knowledge of the professional stage personnel often employed for stage productions, concerts, and similar entertainment shows. Learn about the roles of directors, assistant directors, stage managers, and more.