Rhode Island Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager Contract

• Category: Employment - State Manager
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-04323BG
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form is an employment agreement for the employment of a production state manager, or assistant stage manager, for a set term with provision for termination or extension of term. The form also provides that the employee will devote his/her full time and attention to the performance of his/her duties. The document constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and no modification will be made to the agreement unless executed in writing by all parties. Rhode Island Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager Contracts A Rhode Island Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager Contract refers to a legally binding agreement between a theater production company (or any organization staging a theatrical event) and a stage manager or assistant stage manager in the state of Rhode Island. This contract outlines the responsibilities, rights, and expectations of both parties involved in the production process. Generally, there are no specifically different types of Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager contracts in Rhode Island. However, the terms of the contract may vary slightly depending on the specific requirements or nature of the theatrical production. Here is a detailed description of the key elements typically found in a Rhode Island Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager Contract: 1. Parties Involved: The contract should clearly identify the theater production company or organization, including its address, and the stage manager or assistant stage manager hired for the production. 2. Employment Period: The contract should state the start and end dates of the employment period. This includes any rehearsals, tech weeks, performances, and strike/closing dates. 3. Job Description: The contract should provide a detailed description of the stage manager or assistant stage manager's role and responsibilities. It may include tasks such as developing and maintaining prompt scripts, scheduling rehearsals, calling cues during performances, coordinating with the production team, and managing backstage operations. 4. Compensation and Payment: The contract should specify the agreed-upon compensation for the stage manager or assistant stage manager. This includes hourly wages, flat fees, bonuses, or any other payment arrangement. It must also delineate the payment schedule and method (e.g., salary, direct deposit, or check). 5. Working Hours and Overtime: The contract should outline the expected working hours, including regular rehearsal hours and performance schedules. It should also address the payment of overtime if the stage manager or assistant stage manager exceeds the predetermined working hours. 6. Termination and Cancellation: The contract should detail the conditions under which either party can terminate the agreement. It may include provisions for early termination, such as notice periods or penalties. 7. Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure: The contract may contain clauses that prevent the stage manager or assistant stage manager from disclosing any confidential information about the production or the theater company to third parties. 8. Intellectual Property: If the stage manager or assistant stage manager is involved in creating or modifying intellectual property (e.g., blocking diagrams, prompt books), the contract should specify who owns the rights to these materials. 9. Insurance and Liability: The contract should clarify the insurance coverage provided by the theater company and any liability waivers or indemnifications for the stage manager or assistant stage manager. Remember, this is a general description of a Rhode Island Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager Contract. Specific contracts may vary depending on the theater company's policies, the production's scale, and any union agreements in place. It is always advisable for both parties to review the contract thoroughly and seek legal counsel if needed.

Rhode Island Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager Contracts A Rhode Island Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager Contract refers to a legally binding agreement between a theater production company (or any organization staging a theatrical event) and a stage manager or assistant stage manager in the state of Rhode Island. This contract outlines the responsibilities, rights, and expectations of both parties involved in the production process. Generally, there are no specifically different types of Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager contracts in Rhode Island. However, the terms of the contract may vary slightly depending on the specific requirements or nature of the theatrical production. Here is a detailed description of the key elements typically found in a Rhode Island Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager Contract: 1. Parties Involved: The contract should clearly identify the theater production company or organization, including its address, and the stage manager or assistant stage manager hired for the production. 2. Employment Period: The contract should state the start and end dates of the employment period. This includes any rehearsals, tech weeks, performances, and strike/closing dates. 3. Job Description: The contract should provide a detailed description of the stage manager or assistant stage manager's role and responsibilities. It may include tasks such as developing and maintaining prompt scripts, scheduling rehearsals, calling cues during performances, coordinating with the production team, and managing backstage operations. 4. Compensation and Payment: The contract should specify the agreed-upon compensation for the stage manager or assistant stage manager. This includes hourly wages, flat fees, bonuses, or any other payment arrangement. It must also delineate the payment schedule and method (e.g., salary, direct deposit, or check). 5. Working Hours and Overtime: The contract should outline the expected working hours, including regular rehearsal hours and performance schedules. It should also address the payment of overtime if the stage manager or assistant stage manager exceeds the predetermined working hours. 6. Termination and Cancellation: The contract should detail the conditions under which either party can terminate the agreement. It may include provisions for early termination, such as notice periods or penalties. 7. Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure: The contract may contain clauses that prevent the stage manager or assistant stage manager from disclosing any confidential information about the production or the theater company to third parties. 8. Intellectual Property: If the stage manager or assistant stage manager is involved in creating or modifying intellectual property (e.g., blocking diagrams, prompt books), the contract should specify who owns the rights to these materials. 9. Insurance and Liability: The contract should clarify the insurance coverage provided by the theater company and any liability waivers or indemnifications for the stage manager or assistant stage manager. Remember, this is a general description of a Rhode Island Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager Contract. Specific contracts may vary depending on the theater company's policies, the production's scale, and any union agreements in place. It is always advisable for both parties to review the contract thoroughly and seek legal counsel if needed.