Successful applicants will be deployed to the backstage of designated performing arts venues of the LCSD and receive on-the-job training in operation of stage services. Training includes the techniques in coordinating and supervising the stage operation such as liaison between hirers, other departments and/or contractors, enforcement of statutory regulations and safety measures; conducting technical performance evaluation; and giving professional advice to hirers. It also includes the deployment of manpower and resources, preparation and planning of the procurement of stage equipment and stage services, as well as preparation and updating of technical data such as stage plans, technical drawings of stage installations and managing equipment list, etc.

(Note: Performing arts venues of the LCSD provide theatre services to the public normally from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm daily. Stage management team is responsible for the coordination and provision of integrated technical services to the users. Stage Management Trainees are required to work shifts and irregular hours; and work on Saturdays, Sundays and/or Public Holidays.)

Applicants should have –

(a) a Diploma or Higher Certificate in Theatre and Entertainment Arts from the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts or the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education / technical college / technical institute, or equivalent (see Note 1);

(b) met the language proficiency requirements of Level 2 or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE), or the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE) (see Note 2), or equivalent;

(c) good interpersonal skills;

(d) good command of spoken and written English and Chinese. Fluency in Putonghua will be an advantage; and

(e) good general computer skills. Proficiency in AutoCAD will be an advantage.