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City of Sacramento, CA

Stagehand I

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$47K - $79K/yr

... Stagehand I supports the Events Services unit by performing technical work essential to event ... They should be comfortable working with sound, lighting, rigging, and staging equipment and able to ...

City of Sacramento

Stagehand I

Sacramento, CA

$47K - $79K/yr

THE POSITION The Stagehand I supports the Events Services unit by performing technical work ... They should be comfortable working with sound, lighting, rigging, and staging equipment and able to ...

Tribune Media

Stagehand, NewsNation

Chicago, IL · On-site

$32.99/hr

Specialists may also perform rigging functions. Qualifications: * 5-7 years in a major market television station * Meet the required standards for stagehand as designated by The International ...

Nexstar Media Group

Stagehand, NewsNation

Chicago, IL · On-site

$32.99/hr

Specialists may also perform rigging functions. Qualifications: * 5-7 years in a major market television station * Meet the required standards for stagehand as designated by The International ...

WOWK-TV

Stagehand, NewsNation

Chicago, IL · On-site

$32.99/hr

Specialists may also perform rigging functions. Qualifications: * 5-7 years in a major market television station * Meet the required standards for stagehand as designated by The International ...

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How much do stagehand rigging jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for stagehand rigging 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.

What is the difference between Stagehand Rigging vs Stagehand?

AspectStagehand RiggingStagehand
Credentials/CertificationsBasic safety training, rigging certifications often preferredGeneral safety training, no specialized rigging certifications usually required
Work EnvironmentFocus on rigging setup, hanging lights, scenery, and equipmentHandling equipment, setting up stages, moving gear
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in concerts, theater, live events requiring rigging expertiseCommon in theater, concerts, events for general stage setup

Stagehand Rigging specialists focus on installing and maintaining rigging systems, while Stagehands handle broader stage setup tasks. Both roles are essential in live event production, but rigging roles require specific certifications and focus on safety and technical rigging work.

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Infographic showing various Stagehand Rigging job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 97% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,374 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Audio Visual Tech/ Stagehand

Nashville, TN

Convention Production Rigging Inc
Individual, Family and Community Social Assistance • 51 - 200 employees
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Part-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

For over 20 years, Convention Production Rigging, Inc. (CPRigging) is the local leader in event-rigging and audiovisual (AV) staffing based out of Nashville, TN and serving middle Tennessee and Kentucky. We specialized in providing corporate stagehand, audio visual and rigging staff to local and visiting production companies. We pride ourselves on a safe workplace and on the job training.

We set up, operate and tear down audio, video and lighting for corporate events and meetings. At CPRigging, no event is too big or too small for our staff.

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