Many theater managers work their way up the career ladder to management positions. They start at the bottom in the theater and after obtaining experience, move up the ranks. Some managers work their way up to management positions, while others earn degrees that prepare them for high-level jobs in the industry.
Theater managers need an array of skills. They must be creative individuals with a vision in order to make their theater (and its productions) successful. Individuals should have marketing skills, accounting skills, business skills, and more. The ability to get along well with people is mandatory. Strong communications skills, both written and verbal, are essential. The ability to multitask effectively and keep a cool head at all times is also necessary. A knowledge of theater production is required.
- Actors
- Artist and Repertoire Workers
- Choreographers
- Circus Performers
- Clowns
- Comedians
- Composers and Arrangers
- Costume Designers
- Dance School Owners and Managers
- Dancers
- Lighting Technicians
- Magicians
- Makeup Artists
- Music Conductors and Directors
- Music Venue Owners and Managers
- Musicians
- Non-Fungible Token Artists
- Playwrights
- Pop/Rock Musicians
- Production Designers and Art Directors
- Singers
- Songwriters
- Stage Directors
- Stage Managers
- Stage Production Workers
- Stunt Performers
- Talent Agents and Scouts
- Writers