The tools to success for me as a Stage Manager are “Anticipation” and “Adaption”
About Me
DJ Maloney (he/him) is a 2nd Year MFA student at UC Irvine. Prior credits include General Manager for Acey Deucey Club in San Diego with Fever Productions; Stage Management for Dance Visions 2025 and Physical Graffiti 2024 at UC Irvine; Henry V, Into the Woods, Working: the Musical, and Importance of Being Earnest at Mira Costa College; A Raisin in the Sun, Postcard American Town, Love’s Labor’s Lost, and Cabaret at SDSU. DJ earned his BA from SDSU in Theatre with an Emphasis in Stage Management. DJ was also recognized for his distinguished mentorship by earning the “Graduate Student Recipient of the 2024 Chancellor’s Award for Distinguished Mentoring of and Undergraduate Research for the Claire Trevor School of the Arts.” He’d like to thank his family and friends for all of their support during this journey!
Lead By Example and Lead from the Heart ”
-DJ Maloney
Honors, Awards, and Achievements
Graduate Student recipient of the 2024 Chancellor's Award for Distinguished Mentoring of Undergraduate Research for the Claire Trevor School of the Arts. Nominated and Selected by the UC Irvine Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UCI UROP)
Stage Management Mentor Program at USITT (2023) Part of the 2023 Cohort of mentees for the Program and was able to help run the event with distinguished professionals in the field.
The McKenzie Award for Excellence in Stage Management at San Diego State University School of Theatre Television & Film. Recognized for the two years & four shows of Stage Management work at SDSU
Stage Management Mentor Program at USITT (2023) Part of the 2023 Cohort of mentees for the Program and was able to help run the event with distinguished professionals in the field.
The McKenzie Award for Excellence in Stage Management at San Diego State University School of Theatre Television & Film. Recognized for the two years & four shows of Stage Management work at SDSU
Skills
- Experienced with QLab, PC & Mac programs for production paperwork and cue programming
- Adaptable and clear communicator who fosters teamwork among directors, designers, performers and production
- Proficient in rehearsal planning, production calendars, and coordinating diverse artistic teams to meet deadlines
- Works well under pressure with a proactive approach to conflict resolution and quick decision-making
- Expertise in scenic, prop, and wardrobe coordination, ensuring efficient backstage operations
- Knowledgeable in Equity and union guidelines, maintaining safe working environments and ensuring adherence to industry standards
Thinking about collaborating or want to check my availability? Feel free to get in touch using the contact details below—I look forward to hearing from you!
