... of drafting and load calculation software (Vectorworks and Production Assist preferred) • Ability to interact professionally and communicate effectively with customers and leadership teams • ...
... of drafting and load calculation software (Vectorworks and Production Assist preferred) • Ability to interact professionally and communicate effectively with customers and leadership teams • ...
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The median wage is $23.20 / hr.
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How much do vectorworks drafting jobs pay per hour?
As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for vectorworks drafting in Arizona is $25.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $28.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a Vectorworks Drafting job?
A Vectorworks Drafting job involves creating 2D and 3D technical drawings, plans, and models using Vectorworks software. Drafters in this role typically work in architecture, interior design, landscape design, or entertainment industries to produce precise construction documents and visualizations. They interpret design concepts, apply industry standards, and ensure accuracy in layouts and measurements. Strong technical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Vectorworks tools are essential for success in this role.
What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of someone working in Vectorworks Drafting?
In a Vectorworks Drafting role, your daily responsibilities often include creating and modifying technical drawings, updating design files in coordination with architects or engineers, and preparing detailed plans for client review or construction. You may also spend time coordinating with team members to interpret project requirements, ensure compliance with relevant codes or standards, and address any design changes. Collaboration is key, as you’ll often work closely with various departments to ensure project accuracy and timely delivery. This hands-on and team-oriented environment offers continuous learning and exposure to a variety of projects.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Vectorworks Drafting position, and why are they important?
To thrive in Vectorworks Drafting, you should have a solid understanding of architectural or design principles, technical drafting abilities, and proficiency with Vectorworks CAD software. Familiarity with industry standards and obtaining Vectorworks certification or related training can be highly advantageous. Strong attention to detail, time management, and effective communication skills are vital for collaborating with project teams and meeting deadlines. These competencies ensure that accurate, efficient, and collaborative drafting work supports successful project completions.
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Encore Global rating
6.5
Based on 162 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
19th of 35 rated event venues
Job description
Position Overview
The Rigging Manager (RM) is responsible for the planning, coordination, and overall safety of rigging operations within Encore-approved venues. This role ensures all rigging designs are reviewed and approved based on structural data and engineered capacity limits. Acting as the primary liaison between internal production teams, external clients, and sales, the RM manages all rigging-related communications. The Rigging Manager also determines workforce requirements, specifies equipment needs, and ensures that all rigging team members are qualified and operate in compliance with Encore rigging's standard operating procedures (SOP). Reporting to either the Area Manager or Regional Manager of Rigging Services, this above-property leadership position plays a critical role in the successful and safe execution of rigging operations across assigned locations.
Key Job Responsibilities
Staff Development
• Supervise riggers on show site as needed, based on size and complexity of event.
• Identify and seek approval for staffing and support the recruiting efforts.
• Assist in all aspects of team member training, career development, and performance management.
• Develop a pool of part-time riggers who can be called upon to aid on a local and regional basis.
• Support as required the training oversight and support for union workforce for markets having jurisdiction.
• Provide consistent leadership and learning opportunities for Rigging Services support to our venue team members.
Safety Compliance
• Provide necessary rigging safety compliance information to supervisor to ensure completion of field assessments within assigned region.
• Assist with periodic site inspections of new and existing facilities and evaluation of safety of existing rigging points as required.
• Perform load calculations and approve production loads on all shows and events. Provide the approved plot with Load Calculations, point locations, and symbol key to riggers on site for each event.
• Utilize CAD and related software to analyze weight distribution of suspended loads.
Equipment Compliance
• Ensure compliance with Encore's working at height program
• Make recommendations and escalate compliance and safety needs to their supervisor.
• Support and provide guidance to annual certification teams on point, truss, and hoist inspections.
• Provide guidance to venue teams to specify the rigging equipment to best meet the event needs.
• Review industry-accepted technical and safety standards and support venue / regional operations management in their implementation.
Equipment/Labor Management
• Define workforce needs and skill levels needed for each event requiring rigging services and communicate those needs via the equipment request form and in e-mail to venue staff and/or a labor coordinator.
• Define the specific gear required to safely execute any event requiring rigging services and communicate that list to the venue operations staff via e-mail and equipment request form.
• Advise Regional Equipment Manager as needed for gear sourcing.
• Participate in the labor, operations, and Demand Planning calls within the assigned market.
Operations
• Attend production site visits or other events as necessary to ensure the safety and efficiency of the show.
• For all rigging productions, advise the sales, operations, project management, and external teams on best practices, safety requirements, and design feasibility, while vetting and approving all rigging designs.
• Collaborate with venue leadership on SOP communication and adherence.
Job Qualifications
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Associate or bachelor's degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent preferred
• 4+ years of experience in rigging in either the entertainment, theatrical or production environment, including but not limited to, working as a rigger with Encore and its rigging team
• Ability to interpret structural drawings for relevant information
• 2+ years effectively managing rigging teams, preferably of 10+ riggers
• ETCP Arena or Theatre certification preferred.
o Must be able to obtain within timeline specified by Senior Rigging Management
• Lift operation experience with current lift certification
• High rigging with harness experience preferred
• Working knowledge of drafting and load calculation software (Vectorworks and Production Assist preferred)
• Ability to interact professionally and communicate effectively with customers and leadership teams
• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
Competency Group
Deliver World Class Service
• Hospitality
• Ownership
Do The Right Thing
• Manages Ambiguity
Drive Results
• Directs Work
• Achieves Goals
See The Big Picture
• Financial Acumen
Value People
• Builds Effective Teams
For more information on our Competency Group, refer to the Competency Based Talent Management page on Encore Connect by searching for the title or copy & pasting this URL Link: https://psav.sharepoint.com/sites/HR/SitePages/Competency-Supported-Talent-Management.aspx.
Physical Requirements
Team members must be able to meet the physical demands outlined below to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The frequency options are defined as: Continuously, Frequently, Occasionally, and Never.
Physical Activities
• Sitting: 2-3 Hours
• Standing: 2-3 Hours
• Walking: 3-4 Hours
• Stooping: 0-1 Hours
• Crawling: 0-1 Hours
• Kneeling: 0-1 Hours
• Bending: 1-2 Hours
• Reaching (above your head): 1-2 Hours
• Climbing: 2-3 Hours
• Grasping: 1-2 Hours
Lifting Requirements
• 0 - 15 lbs.*: Frequently
• 16 - 50 lbs.*: Frequently
• 51 - 100 lbs.: Occasionally
• Over 100 lbs.: Occasionally
Carrying Requirements
• 0 - 15 lbs.*: Frequently
• 16 - 50 lbs.*: Frequently
• 51 - 100 lbs.: Occasionally
• Over 100 lbs.: Occasionally
Auditory/Visual Requirements
• Close Vision: Frequently
• Distance Vision: Frequently
• Color Vision: Frequently
• Peripheral Vision: Occasionally
• Depth Perception: Frequently
• Hearing: Continuously
Pushing/Pulling Requirements
• 0 - 15 lbs.*: Frequently
• 16 - 50 lbs.*: Frequently
• 51 - 100 lbs.: Occasionally
• Over 100 lbs.: Occasionally
Note: The physical requirements marked with an asterisk () indicate activities performed without assistance. *
Team members must be able to meet the physical demands above in order to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
Office
Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in an office environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area.
Venues
Work is performed in a hotel/convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders. Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area. Travel up to 50%.
The above information on this description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
The Rigging Manager (RM) is responsible for the planning, coordination, and overall safety of rigging operations within Encore-approved venues. This role ensures all rigging designs are reviewed and approved based on structural data and engineered capacity limits. Acting as the primary liaison between internal production teams, external clients, and sales, the RM manages all rigging-related communications. The Rigging Manager also determines workforce requirements, specifies equipment needs, and ensures that all rigging team members are qualified and operate in compliance with Encore rigging's standard operating procedures (SOP). Reporting to either the Area Manager or Regional Manager of Rigging Services, this above-property leadership position plays a critical role in the successful and safe execution of rigging operations across assigned locations.
Key Job Responsibilities
Staff Development
• Supervise riggers on show site as needed, based on size and complexity of event.
• Identify and seek approval for staffing and support the recruiting efforts.
• Assist in all aspects of team member training, career development, and performance management.
• Develop a pool of part-time riggers who can be called upon to aid on a local and regional basis.
• Support as required the training oversight and support for union workforce for markets having jurisdiction.
• Provide consistent leadership and learning opportunities for Rigging Services support to our venue team members.
Safety Compliance
• Provide necessary rigging safety compliance information to supervisor to ensure completion of field assessments within assigned region.
• Assist with periodic site inspections of new and existing facilities and evaluation of safety of existing rigging points as required.
• Perform load calculations and approve production loads on all shows and events. Provide the approved plot with Load Calculations, point locations, and symbol key to riggers on site for each event.
• Utilize CAD and related software to analyze weight distribution of suspended loads.
Equipment Compliance
• Ensure compliance with Encore's working at height program
• Make recommendations and escalate compliance and safety needs to their supervisor.
• Support and provide guidance to annual certification teams on point, truss, and hoist inspections.
• Provide guidance to venue teams to specify the rigging equipment to best meet the event needs.
• Review industry-accepted technical and safety standards and support venue / regional operations management in their implementation.
Equipment/Labor Management
• Define workforce needs and skill levels needed for each event requiring rigging services and communicate those needs via the equipment request form and in e-mail to venue staff and/or a labor coordinator.
• Define the specific gear required to safely execute any event requiring rigging services and communicate that list to the venue operations staff via e-mail and equipment request form.
• Advise Regional Equipment Manager as needed for gear sourcing.
• Participate in the labor, operations, and Demand Planning calls within the assigned market.
Operations
• Attend production site visits or other events as necessary to ensure the safety and efficiency of the show.
• For all rigging productions, advise the sales, operations, project management, and external teams on best practices, safety requirements, and design feasibility, while vetting and approving all rigging designs.
• Collaborate with venue leadership on SOP communication and adherence.
Job Qualifications
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Associate or bachelor's degree in Technical Theatre or equivalent preferred
• 4+ years of experience in rigging in either the entertainment, theatrical or production environment, including but not limited to, working as a rigger with Encore and its rigging team
• Ability to interpret structural drawings for relevant information
• 2+ years effectively managing rigging teams, preferably of 10+ riggers
• ETCP Arena or Theatre certification preferred.
o Must be able to obtain within timeline specified by Senior Rigging Management
• Lift operation experience with current lift certification
• High rigging with harness experience preferred
• Working knowledge of drafting and load calculation software (Vectorworks and Production Assist preferred)
• Ability to interact professionally and communicate effectively with customers and leadership teams
• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
Competency Group
Deliver World Class Service
• Hospitality
• Ownership
Do The Right Thing
• Manages Ambiguity
Drive Results
• Directs Work
• Achieves Goals
See The Big Picture
• Financial Acumen
Value People
• Builds Effective Teams
For more information on our Competency Group, refer to the Competency Based Talent Management page on Encore Connect by searching for the title or copy & pasting this URL Link: https://psav.sharepoint.com/sites/HR/SitePages/Competency-Supported-Talent-Management.aspx.
Physical Requirements
Team members must be able to meet the physical demands outlined below to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The frequency options are defined as: Continuously, Frequently, Occasionally, and Never.
Physical Activities
• Sitting: 2-3 Hours
• Standing: 2-3 Hours
• Walking: 3-4 Hours
• Stooping: 0-1 Hours
• Crawling: 0-1 Hours
• Kneeling: 0-1 Hours
• Bending: 1-2 Hours
• Reaching (above your head): 1-2 Hours
• Climbing: 2-3 Hours
• Grasping: 1-2 Hours
Lifting Requirements
• 0 - 15 lbs.*: Frequently
• 16 - 50 lbs.*: Frequently
• 51 - 100 lbs.: Occasionally
• Over 100 lbs.: Occasionally
Carrying Requirements
• 0 - 15 lbs.*: Frequently
• 16 - 50 lbs.*: Frequently
• 51 - 100 lbs.: Occasionally
• Over 100 lbs.: Occasionally
Auditory/Visual Requirements
• Close Vision: Frequently
• Distance Vision: Frequently
• Color Vision: Frequently
• Peripheral Vision: Occasionally
• Depth Perception: Frequently
• Hearing: Continuously
Pushing/Pulling Requirements
• 0 - 15 lbs.*: Frequently
• 16 - 50 lbs.*: Frequently
• 51 - 100 lbs.: Occasionally
• Over 100 lbs.: Occasionally
Note: The physical requirements marked with an asterisk () indicate activities performed without assistance. *
Team members must be able to meet the physical demands above in order to successfully perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
Office
Working times may include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based in an office environment and when traveling, on an individual venue or a representation of venues in that city or area.
Venues
Work is performed in a hotel/convention center environment with moderate exposure to outdoor temperatures and to dirt, sand and/or dust. The working conditions will vary between moderately quiet to noisy volumes. Team members will use high-end audio-visual equipment and electrical components and will be exposed to heights via lifts and ladders. Team members may be asked to work in multiple hotel locations. Working times will include irregular hours and on-call status including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Team members must adhere to appearance guidelines as defined by Encore based on an individual hotel or a representation of hotels in that city or area. Travel up to 50%.
The above information on this description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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