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How much do stage designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for stage designer in Alabama is $75,364.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,600.00 and $98,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do you become a stage designer?

To become a stage designer, individuals typically pursue a bachelor's degree in theater design, set design, or a related field. Gaining experience through internships or assistant roles, developing skills in drawing, computer-aided design (CAD), and understanding theatrical production are essential for building a career in stage design.

What is the difference between Stage Designer vs Set Designer?

AspectStage DesignerSet Designer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in theater, design, or related fieldOften requires a degree in theater, architecture, or interior design
Work EnvironmentWorks primarily on live theater, concerts, and performancesWorks on film, television, and theatrical productions
Industry UsageCommonly used in theater and live performance industriesCommonly used in film, TV, and stage productions

While both Stage Designer and Set Designer create visual environments, the Stage Designer focuses on designing the overall stage layout for live performances, ensuring functionality and aesthetic appeal. The Set Designer, on the other hand, primarily designs the physical scenery and backgrounds for theater, film, or TV productions. Their roles often overlap, but their specific focus and work environments differ.

What are some common challenges stage designers face when working on live productions?

Stage Designers often encounter challenges such as balancing creative vision with budgetary or technical constraints, adapting designs to different venues, and collaborating with directors and other departments like lighting, sound, and costumes. Meeting tight deadlines and making real-time adjustments during rehearsals are also common aspects of the role. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are crucial to navigate these challenges and deliver visually compelling and practical stage environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a stage designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Stage Designer, you need a solid background in set design, spatial awareness, visual arts, and often a degree in theater design or a related field. Familiarity with design software like AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite, as well as knowledge of stagecraft and lighting systems, is typically required. Creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and strong communication skills set outstanding stage designers apart. These skills ensure effective realization of artistic visions, smooth coordination with production teams, and the creation of impactful stage environments.

What does a stage designer do?

A stage designer, also known as a set designer, is responsible for creating the visual environment of a theater production, concert, or event. They design sets, props, and sometimes lighting to help bring the director’s vision to life and enhance the storytelling. Stage designers collaborate closely with directors, costume designers, and lighting designers to ensure all visual elements work together. Their work includes sketching ideas, building models, selecting materials, and overseeing the construction and installation of sets.
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Infographic showing various Stage Designer job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,364 per year, or $36.2 per hour.

Stage Production Technician

Samford University

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Part-time

Retirement

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Location : Main Campus - Homewood, AL
Job Type: Staff Part Time
Job Number: FY2500297
Division: Enrollment Management for Staff
Department: STA-Wright Center Operations
Opening Date: 08/26/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
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Description
The Samford University Performance Management Team oversees the operation of the University's performance venues - The Wright Center, Brock Recital Hall, Reid Chapel, and others as needed. This position assists in the production of concerts, lectures, musicals, dance shows, plays, etc. Applicants are expected to have experience in one or more of the following areas of technical production - audio, lighting, video, stage management, and/or rigging. The job responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, running audio, leading light hang and focus, managing load-ins/outs, installing and running multimedia equipment, connecting computers, managing rehearsals and performances, etc. Due to the nature of the live-events industry, the work hours will be irregular and scheduled as needed.
Job Duties
Stage Manager
  • Overall duties will include stage management, ensuring smooth and efficient rehearsals and execution of performances, including calling shows.
  • Assists in the coordination and direction of the work of technical crew, set-up and strike and work assignments.
  • Acts as a liaison between the various crews involved in backstage production.
  • Coordinates, oversees, and/or directs the set-up of stages.
  • During the rehearsal process, records all of the blocking, lighting cues, prop usage, costume changes, and entrances of the performers.
  • Communicates with the front-of-house manager regarding house open, show start and resumption of show after intermission.
  • Oversees the space to accommodate clients.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Audio
  • Sets up sound reinforcement, including microphones, cables and monitors, and in-ear monitors for rehearsals, performances, worship services, lectures, various theatre, opera, meetings, choral and music concerts, dance, variety shows and other university and external events.
  • Operates FOH mixing console to maintain appropriate audio-levels and intelligibility of sound for audience and stage, as well as live streams as needed.
  • Builds cue lists and operates sound playback
  • Produce recordings of events as needed
  • Ensures that audio equipment is in proper working condition for assigned performances and events.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Lighting
  • Sets up and operates theatrical/stage lighting equipment including light hang & focus, circuiting, cabling, and/or operating a spotlight.
  • Reads light plots provided by events.
  • Maintains and restores House Light Plot.
  • Ensures that lighting equipment is in proper clean working condition.
  • Designs and implements lighting for a variety of events.
  • Operates a variety of lighting consoles and writes cues into board.
  • Performs basic troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment being used.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Video/Audiovisual
  • Operates projector and video switcher for screenings and presentations.
  • Operates video playback and builds cue lists.
  • Connects and troubleshoots computers needed for presentations.
  • Working knowledge of video resolutions, frame rates and format conversion.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Flyman/Rigger
  • Coordinates and/or directs the safe setup, installation, use and maintenance of rigging equipment, used during scheduled events.
  • Coordinates and/or directs the delivery, set up, operation, dismantling and striking of rigging and rigging equipment needed for scheduled events.
  • Load/Unload weight from fly rail loading bridge.
  • Rigs all scenery.
  • Operates the fly rail.
  • Hangs points, call bridles and ties knots.
  • Hangs soft goods and hard set pieces.
  • Operates rigging equipment during load-ins, shows and load-outs.
  • Assists outside company riggers to install and Strikes equipment.
  • Identifies any additional rigging equipment that may be required.
  • Performs basic troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment being used.
  • Always adheres to safety standards for rigging equipment and uses safe working methods.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Two (2) years of experience working in technical performing arts operations or relevant field.
  • Knowledge of -
    • Operational characteristics, techniques, principles, and practices used in stage production sound, lighting, video, rigging, management, and/or equipment and tools.
    • Occupational hazards and standard safety practices and procedures.
  • Ability to -
    • Follow established backstage health, safety, and operational practices and procedures.
    • Manage time effectively and handle workload in an accurate and efficient manner.
    • Communicate clearly and concisely.
    • Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
    • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
    • Advise and interact effectively with technical and non-technical workers, faculty, students, outside renters and volunteers.
    • Maintain strong detail orientation, be flexible and adaptable under varied conditions and requirements, think quickly and problem-solve, and maintain composure/perform well under pressure.
    • Work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, and long hours.
    • Perform physically demanding technical duties:
      • Walk, sit, or stand for prolonged periods of time.
      • Lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
      • Bend, stoop, kneel, and/or crawl.
    • Work at heights - ceiling grid, ladders, and/or genie lift.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Yamaha digital consoles, Beringer X32 Mixer, Qlab, ProPresenter, and/or DANTE.
  • Experience with ETC Ion lighting console and/or Chauvet.
  • Experience with operation of Blackmagic ATEM video switchers and converters, Qlab, ProPresenter, and/or Powerpoint.

Certain limited benefits are available for part time employees including the ability to participate in Samford's 403(b) plan with your own earnings (employer contributions are not available for this classification); free tickets to certain performances and/or sports events; bookstore discount and more.
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Do you have at least 2 year of related experience for this position?
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