Technical Stage Manager
Location: touring locations around the UK
Company: TAG Live®
Contract: Fixed Term
WHO ARE WE?
TAG Live® is a UK-based live entertainment company redefining the future of family entertainment and experiences.
Our passion is simple: Connecting Families through Live Entertainment and Experiences.
We create, produce, and deliver world-class live entertainment and experiences for leading brands across the leisure, tourism and hospitality sectors.
We operate through five core work streams:
• Creative
• Client Delivery
• Technical
• Digital
• Business Support
From large-scale touring productions to bespoke entertainment activations, we partner with some of the most recognisable names in the industry.
What makes us unique goes beyond what we deliver – it’s the way we bring it to life.
TAG Live® is a family-first company. We believe brilliant entertainment starts with brilliant people. We support each other, we value life outside of work, and we build long-term careers – over short-term wins.
We are ambitious. We are growing. And we are building something that lasts.
At the heart of everything we do is our commitment to Superhero Service™ – a standard we hold ourselves accountable to.
OUR CORE VALUES
Our Core Values shape how we hire, how we lead, and how we win.
Keep it Real
We are honest, straightforward, and authentic. No ego. No politics. Just clarity and trust.
Go All In
When we commit, we commit fully. Energy, focus, and pride in the detail.
Make it Happen
We are proactive, accountable and solution-driven.
Pivot Like a Pro
Live entertainment evolves fast. We stay agile, adaptable, and commercially sharp.
Good Energy Only
We bring positivity, respect, and emotional intelligence to every room.
We are looking for people who don’t just align with these values – but live them.
ROLE SUMMARY
The role is a technical stage manager for a touring production visiting holiday parks around the UK. The TSM operates the technical elements of the show, including mixing sound levels, Qlab and firing pyrotechnics. The touring company consists of 5 actors and 1 TSM. Full training on the role will be provided.
WHO ARE YOU?
With a passion for technical support, in particular stage lighting and sound, you will be driven by superhero service and to deliver world-class performance, on and off the stage. You will have an entrepreneurial spirit, be inclusive, resourceful, innovative, forward-thinking, and passionately collaborative.
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operating the show, including mixing sound levels, Qlab and firing pyrotechnics. *Training will be provided*
- Assisting the rest of the team with get ins, set ups and get outs of a small touring show. All equipment/set/scenery fits into one van, and all the touring crew and cast are responsible for get ins, set ups, and get outs.
- Driving touring equipment van.
YOU COULD BE THE PERFECT PERSON FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU:
- Can commit to the full contract dates (dates below)
- Have a full UK driving licence
- Have worked as a sound technician, general technician in a theatrical/production discipline or have worked as an assistant stage manager, stage manager or technical stage manager
- Have a keen eye for detail
- Can work well under pressure
- Are proactive with a problem-solving attitude
SALARY & BENEFITS
Summer Rehearsals: £1296 set fee for working rehearsal days
Summer Go Live: £650 per week
Accommodation and Transport provided
*Full training on the role and all equipment is provided*
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
Working Hours: 43hrs per week
Location:
- Rehearsals at our Bedford Rehearsal Studios – MK43 9ND
- Touring in one of the following UK regions – Scotland, South East, South West, Wales or Yorkshire
DATES
All Tours:
Rehearsals: Friday 3rd July 2026 – Thursday 16th July 2026
Go Live: Friday 17th July 2026 – Friday 29th August 2026
ADDITIONAL DETAIL
Once rehearsals are complete, the touring team of 6 will travel in the touring vehicles directly to their first venue or accommodation. There are between 7-8 venues and shows per a 6-day working week. The venues are located all around the region the team is touring. The tour schedule is repeated weekly.
The below outlines a rough schedule*. This could be traveling from North Wales to South Wales and Somerset along the coast; travelling to the venues and hotels in-between.
Monday – Venue 1 and Venue 2
Tuesday – Venue 3
Wednesday – Venue 4 and 5
Thursday – Venue 6
Friday – Day Off
Saturday – Travel Day
Sunday – Venue 7
*This is an example only and is not an actual schedule*
ACCOMMODATION
Rehearsal Accommodation: Basic university style accommodation.
Touring Accommodation: Travelodge or equivalent on a shared room basis in twin rooms.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
At TAG Live® we are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels valued.
We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or caring responsibilities.
Talent and attitude matter most to us.
READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you’re ready to Go All In, bring Good Energy and help us connect families through live entertainment, we’d love to hear from you.
