Floor Manager

JOB TITLE:   Floor Manager
REPORTS TO:  Production Manager & Head of Stage Management
FLSA Status: Seasonal, Non-Exempt, Hourly
Rate: $21.50/hour
Albert Theatre Dates: 8/5/25 – 8/9/26
Owen Theatre Dates: 8/26/25 – 6/7/26

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Goodman Theatre seeks two Floor Managers to be essential members of each Stage Management team in our Albert and Owen Theatres. The Floor Manager will join each Stage Management team during the final week of rehearsal to become familiar with the show and prepare the company to move from the rehearsal hall to the theatre. They will then work backstage with stage managers and crew during all technical rehearsals, previews, understudy rehearsals, and performances. If the schedule allows, they may join the process as early as prep week.  The Albert Theatre Floor Manager will be assigned to five shows, while the Owen Theatre Floor Manager will be assigned to four shows.

This is a seasonal, non-Equity position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and update paperwork for each show.
• Facilitate communication between stage management team, actors and crew.
• Run a backstage stage management track for all shows.
• Ensure that each show runs safely and smoothly.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to prioritize tasks and be very detail oriented, work collaboratively as a team member and maintain a positive attitude.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• College or professional stage management experience preferred.
• Model behavior and values consistent with Goodman’s Community Agreements and furthering Goodman’s IDEAA (inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism and access) goals.

BACKGROUND:
Chicago’s theater since 1925, Goodman Theatre is a not-for-profit arts and community organization in the heart of the Loop, distinguished by the excellence and scope of its artistic programming and community engagement. The theater’s artistic priorities include new play development (more than 150 world or American premieres), large scale musical theater works and reimagined classics.

We at Goodman Theatre believe that a diversity of people, ideas and cultures in our organization enriches both the art on stage and our civic engagement. In our workplace, we strive to reflect the communities we serve, and make space in which everyone is empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work. The Goodman values equity, diversity and inclusion and is committed to approaching our work through the practice of anti-racism. Learn more at GoodmanTheatre.org/Accountability

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Goodman Theatre offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, paid vacation, sick leave, and retirement plan.

Goodman Theatre is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. By dedicating itself to three guiding principles—quality, diversity and community— the Goodman Theatre seeks to be the premier cultural organization in Chicago, providing productions and programs that make an essential contribution to the quality of life in our city.

The Goodman is an inclusive and accessible employer. Successful candidates will have experience working with diverse groups of people and will demonstrate a deep commitment to advancing equity and inclusion at the Goodman Theatre.