The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show Seattle, WA US
CONTACT NAME
Kevin Heard
DESCRIPTION
BenDeLaCreme Presents is seeking a Production Stage Manager to join the touring crew of The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show 2026 US/Canada Tour, starring BenDeLaCreme and Jinkx Monsoon
Dates: October 13 - December 31, 2026
This is an international touring position requiring a valid passport, ability to enter Canada, and travel via overnight (sleeper) tour bus.
BenDeLaCreme Presents has been producing the internationally-acclaimed The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show since 2018 and is gearing up for another holiday season with two of the world’s most famous drag queens. We are seeking a highly organized and motivated individual to join our touring production team.
Job duties:- Supervise the cast & crew for all studio rehearsals, technical rehearsals, load-ins, performances, and load-outs
- Manage and implement the daily schedule, including rehearsal and performance call times and travel call times in coordination with the Tour Manager
- Manage production work notes and tasks
- Facilitate communication across all creative and technical departments
- Supervise load-ins, coordinate with local crews and venue management teams on stage setup, Lineset Schedules, wardrobe load-in and maintenance, and other technical details
- Maintain the show’s script, blocking notes, and other technical documentation including props lists and run sheets
- Call the show and oversee backstage activity in performance
- Collaborate with Costume Coordinator to create all wardrobe documentation (inventory, cleaning/care instructions)
- Collaborate with the Director and Choreographer to ensure show maintains consistency with creative intent across the run of performances, and distribute performance notes to cast throughout the run
- Coordinate with the Tour Manager and Advance Production Manager to ensure venue advance details are correct and current
- Assist Tour Manager with advancing and executing transportation logistics
- Maintain standard operating procedures for daily logistics, contingencies, and emergency situations
- Serve as first point of contact for cast & crew human resources, schedule changes, and day-to-day problem-solving in rehearsal and on the road
- Create and distribute daily rehearsal and performance reports
- Other reasonable duties as assigned by the Producers & Tour Manager
- Ensure and uphold all safety standards and proper theatrical workplace practices
- Maintain a positive and professional work environment
- Minimum of 5 years of professional stage management experience
- Prior touring experience (“bus & truck” / one-night stops) working in theatres with union stagehands
- Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
- Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to work efficiently in a high-pressure and fast-paced environment
- A professional, calm, and positive demeanor with decisive leadership style and the ability to manage a small company and high-profile artists in close quarters over a sustained touring period
- Strong working knowledge of theatrical industry standard lighting, video, sound, and rigging systems and protocols
- Experience working with and leading local union crews including IATSE stagehands and Teamsters
- Ability to lift and carry at 50 lbs+, including up and down stairs
- A passport valid for international travel (valid through at least 6/30/2027)
- Ability to enter Canada (regardless of working status, Canada will not allow entry to persons with felony convictions and/or certain misdemeanor convictions, including DUIs)
- Salary: $1,750 - $2,250 per week, depending on experience (salary, exempt, non-union)
- Daily meals provided and/or per diem while working outside of home city
- All show-related airfare and ground transportation provided/reimbursed
- Single-occupancy hotel accommodations provided while working outside of home city
BenDeLaCreme Presents encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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