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Woodruff Arts Center

Stage Technician

Atlanta, GA · On-site

As a member of the stage crew, you conduct your work professionally and proactively, ensuring it is ... Execute equipment setup in Front of House and support spaces as needed. Perform routine maintenance ...

The Woodruff Arts Center

Stage Technician

Atlanta, GA · On-site

As a member of the stage crew, you conduct your work professionally and proactively, ensuring it is ... Execute equipment setup in Front of House and support spaces as needed. Perform routine maintenance ...

Seminolehardrock

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

Setup and teardown of professional audio, video, lighting, and staging equipment, with additional ... stage crew and personnel. Lifting and physical work are required. * Must possess a basic ...

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As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for stage crew setup in the United States is $19.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Stage Crew Setup team members are primarily responsible for assembling, arranging, and disassembling stage sets, lighting, audio equipment, and other production elements before and after events. Their day often includes working from detailed instructions or stage plots, ensuring all equipment is safely and correctly installed, and making quick adjustments based on last-minute changes. The role involves close collaboration with production managers, performers, and technical staff to ensure everything operates smoothly. Attention to safety, efficiency, and teamwork are essential to handle the fast-paced environment and tight event schedules.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Stage Crew Setup position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Stage Crew Setup, you need a solid understanding of stage equipment, manual lifting techniques, and basic safety protocols, often gained through on-the-job training or relevant technical coursework. Experience with tools such as lighting controls, audio systems, and various rigging equipment is often required, and certifications like OSHA safety training can be a plus. Teamwork, communication skills, punctuality, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are valuable soft skills in this role. These capabilities are crucial to ensure smooth, safe, and timely execution of live events and performances.

What is a Stage Crew Setup job?

A Stage Crew Setup job involves assembling, arranging, and dismantling stage equipment for events such as concerts, theater productions, and conferences. Crew members handle lighting, sound systems, props, and stage structures to ensure everything is properly set up and functioning. The role requires physical strength, teamwork, and attention to detail. It often involves working under tight schedules, following safety protocols, and adapting to last-minute changes.

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Stage Crew- Student Activities Director

Stage Crew- Student Activities Director

Great Valley School District

Malvern, PA

$3.8K/wk

Other

Posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Provide technical support and direction for all school assemblies, speakers, and events during the school day and evening, excluding Drama Guild productions.

  • Operate, manage, maintain, and troubleshoot auditorium systems and equipment, including lighting, sound systems, microphones, and stage equipment.

  • Recruit, train, and supervise student stage crew members and provide instruction on safe and effective use of technical equipment.

Job description

Stage Crew Student Activities Director

Great Valley High School

Base salary $3867.00* 

Position Summary

The High School Stage Crew Director Student Activities is responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of school events held in the auditorium and other performance spaces. This position ensures high-quality sound, lighting, and stage operations for both daytime and evening events.

The Stage Crew Director reports directly to the Principal and the Student Activities Director and plays a key role in supporting student programs, performances, and school-wide events. This position does not provide technical support or services for Drama Guild productions or events.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Production & Event Support

  • Provide technical support for all school assemblies, speakers, and events during the school day
  • Operate and manage auditorium systems, including:
    • Lighting
    • Sound systems
    • Microphones
    • Stage equipment
  • Coordinate and execute technical needs for:
    • Student council speeches and presentations
    • Guest speakers and assemblies
    • Orientation meetings
    • Graduation ceremonies

Evening & Performance Support

  • Provide technical direction and support for evening events, including:
    • Choir concerts
    • Orchestra performances
    • Band concerts
    • School-sponsored activities and special events (i.e Mr. Great Valley, )

  • Ensure proper setup, execution, and breakdown for all performances

Note: Drama Guild productions and related events are not included in the responsibilities of this position.

Stage Crew Management

  • Recruit, train, and supervise student stage crew members who will support student activities
  • Provide instruction on safe and effective use of technical equipment
  • Develop student leadership within the stage crew program

Equipment & Facility Oversight

  • Maintain and troubleshoot auditorium equipment and systems
  • Coordinate repairs and upgrades as needed
  • Ensure safe operation and storage of all technical equipment

Qualifications

  • Experience with stage lighting, sound systems, and live event production
  • Ability to manage multiple events and technical setups efficiently
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Experience working with students in an educational setting preferred

Work Schedule Requirements

  • Must be available during the school day to support assemblies and events
  • Required availability for evening events, performances, and special programs

*Due to the current negotiations of the Collection Bargaining Agreement (CBA), an adjustment may need to be made for EDR stipends. If so, they will be adjusted after the CBA is ratified.

Great Valley School District is an equal-opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, or handicap in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Chapter 15 of the Pennsylvania School Code, and Americans with Disabilities Act. For information regarding civil rights, grievance procedures, services, activities, and facilities accessible to and usable by handicapped persons, contact the Human Resources Office, Great Valley School District, 100 Lindenwood Dr., Malvern, PA 19355 (610-889-2125).



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