Ashleigh Jones
Amherst,MA
Summary
Detail-oriented stage manager with experience supporting rehearsals, auditions, performances, and backstage operations. Strong in production paperwork, collaboration, and clear communication, with experience using Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Production Stage Manager for The Moors
UMass Amherst Theater Department
Amherst, MA
09.2026 - 12.2026
- Worked with director to schedule rehearsals and sent daily and weekly calls to actors and production crews.
- Ran rehearsal room while monitoring break schedules.
- Attended production meetings and recorded detailed notes for production crew.
- Completed rehearsal and performance reports for nightly distribution to production crew.
- Supported communication across departments and crews to keep show process organized.
- Supported casting process during auditions and callbacks.
- Prepared paperwork for multiple departments to share key production information.
Production Stage Manager for Cut Time
UMass Amherst Fringe Fest '26
Amherst, MA
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Managed scheduling for rehearsals and production meetings.
- Ran rehearsal room, tracked blocking notes, and covered absent actors.
- Executed technical cues during rehearsals during technical rehearsals and performances.
- Assisted with tech process and monitored backstage area.
- Supported casting by organizing auditions and callbacks.
- Maintained actor communication through email, phone, and text updates.
- Prepared paperwork such as actor plots, prop lists, and preset checklists.
Dresser for Next to Normal
UMass Amherst Theater Department
Amherst, MA
11.2025 - 11.2025
- Verified costume details with actors prior to stage entrance to confirm correct wear and small detail accuracy.
- Supported actor quick changes backstage and in greenroom.
- Escalated show-run costume problems to costume crew lead for timely support.
- Shared costume issues and concerns with costume shop.
- Washed and mended costumes when needed.
- Tracked actor costume pieces on checklist.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English And Theater
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA05-2028
Skills
- Production paperwork
- Proficient in Google Workspace
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Fly rail system operation
- Power tools usage
- Machine and hand sewing basics
- Trained in basic first aid
- Valid driver's license
Timeline
Production Stage Manager for The Moors
UMass Amherst Theater Department
09.2026 - 12.2026
Production Stage Manager for Cut Time
UMass Amherst Fringe Fest '26
02.2026 - 05.2026
Dresser for Next to Normal
UMass Amherst Theater Department
11.2025 - 11.2025
Bachelor of Arts - English And Theater
University of Massachusetts, Amherst