Overview
Technical Assistant Stage Manager
Sonia Friedman Productions is seeking applications for a full-time experienced, Technical Assistant Stage Manager to work on the London production of STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW.
Written by Kate Trefry, an original story by the Duffer Brothers, Jack Thorne and Kate Trefry, directed by Stephen Daldry, co-directed by Justin Martin for the Phoenix Theatre and produced by Netflix and Sonia Friedman Productions – running in the West End since November 2023.
Previous experience as a Technical Assistant Stage Manager on a busy show is essential. Skills required include attention to detail, the ability to stay calm under pressure in a busy live production environment and good all-round technical skills.
Your duties and responsibilities will be those normally expected of a Technical Assistant Stage Manager on a first-class West End production.
We are committed to a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We particularly welcome and encourage applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce.
Start Date: ASAP
Please Note: All applicants must be able to commit to the full contract.
Job Location: West End London
Contract Type: Fixed term for one year and then rolling.
Salary: Weekly rate as per SOLT/Equity Agreement.
Weekly Hours: 8 shows per week.
Application Deadline: Monday 23rd February 2026 at 10:00.
We particularly welcome and encourage applications from those currently underrepresented in our workforce.
Salary: Weekly rate as per SOLT/Equity Agreement
Closing Date: 2026-02-23
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