LEGOLAND® Deutschland | Stage Manager

RWS Global is a full service, worldwide production company that provides the very best in custom designed as well as pre-packaged events and live shows for corporations, theme parks, cruise ships, resorts, and the fashion industry. Established in 2003, RWS Global was built from the ground up through the dedication and devotion of a hard-working team. We have experienced continued growth embracing our mission, Raise Your Experience.

Job Description: Stage Manager

Type of Employment: Seasonal

Location: LEGOLAND® Deutschland

Dates:

• Rehearsal : TBD but would be intermittent days from July 14 - 19
• Performance: July 20- August 31

Pay: €25/hour

Housing: Accommodation provided - subsidized at €10/night

RWS Global is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Stage Manager to support the daily operation of a high-impact live stunt show at LEGOLAND® Duetschland. This is a dynamic, guest-facing role that requires excellent organizational skills, calm under pressure, and hands-on technical awareness — all in an outdoor, fast-paced, theme park environment.

As Stage Manager, you are the key liaison between RWS Global performers and production and the client (LEGOLAND® Deutschland), ensuring smooth daily operations, safety, and show quality across all performances.

Key Responsibilities:

• Show Calling & Technical Support
• Assistance with sound
• Call all live stunt shows, coordinating cues for audio, action, and special effects. Stunts will include:
•  Stage combat
• Acro (including trampette use)
• Maintain situational awareness during live performance, including dynamic elements like water stunts and guest proximity.
• Backstage & Performer Support
• Assist cast with quick changes, particularly for costumed character performers in mascot-style suits.
• Provide general backstage support to ensure safe and efficient transitions and readiness.
• Company & Cast Management
• Act as on-site Company Manager, supporting cast wellbeing, managing breaks, scheduling covers, and maintaining team morale.
• Conduct daily check-ins with performers and report any incidents, injuries, or concerns.
• Client Liaison & Reporting
• Serve as the primary RWS representative on-site, communicating with LEGOLAND's Entertainment team.
• Submit Daily Operational Reports (DORs) covering performance notes, attendance, technical issues, and guest feedback.
• Health & Safety
• Ensure all safety protocols are followed during performances.
• Participate in and enforce daily pre-show checks and risk assessments.
• Liase with park teams to test water chemical levels, wind speeds, stage maintenance 

Requirements:

• Proven experience stage managing live performance, ideally in a theme park, outdoor, or stunt-based setting
• Comfortable operating special effects, including pyrotechnics or flame effects (training will be provided)
• Excellent communicator, calm under pressure, and highly organized
• Must be fluent in German and English
• Must have right to work in EU (European Union)
• Experience working with costumed characters and managing quick changes preferred
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• First Aid certification will be required, and knowledge of show health and safety practices is a plus

This is a client-facing, high-visibility role in a live entertainment environment. You’ll be a vital part of the team delivering world-class experiences on behalf of RWS Global and our client LEGOLAND® Deutschland Resort

Diversity and Inclusion Statement
DIVERSE IS WHO WE ARE
Way more than a box to check, diversity is core to RWS Global culture. We value it, promote it, protect it and hire it. All differences are welcome here. We know for a fact that each employee’s individual background, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, and capabilities are a contribution to our culture, as well as our reputation and achievements. So bring all of who you are, no questions asked.