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Global Arts Live

Stagehand

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$60K/yr

... weekends, and holidays Helpful Experience in a professional performing arts center, concert hall, or touring production environment ETCP Certification in Theatrical Rigging or Arena Rigging Forklift ...

Got Light

Lighting Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Touring/Concert Video * Event/Production/Hospitality. * Experience driving 16-24 ft. trucks ... Staging, Draping, Rigging, or Power Distribution Experience. bb * On-call / event based work. * 4 ...

University of Texas at Austin

Stagehand, PTBE

Austin, TX · On-site

$20/hr

Extensive knowledge in concert stage rigging for high and ground riggers. Relevant education and ... Work opportunities occur at all times of the day and night and on weekends and holidays. Required ...

Got Light

Audio Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Audio System Rigging * Digital Consoles * Wireless Microphones Systems & RF Coordination ... Touring/Concert Audio Experience * Driving 16-24 ft. trucks SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY: * On-call / ...

Got Light

Audio Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Audio System Rigging * Digital Consoles * Wireless Microphones Systems & RF Coordination ... Touring/Concert Audio Experience * Driving 16-24 ft. trucks SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY: * On-call / ...

Got Light

Lighting Technician

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Touring/Concert Video * Event/Production/Hospitality. * Experience driving 16-24 ft. trucks ... Staging, Draping, Rigging, or Power Distribution Experience. bb * On-call / event based work. * 4 ...

The Peace Center

Technical Director

Greenville, SC · On-site

... Concert Hall, the 400-seat Gunter Theatre, and the 1,350-capacity outdoor Peace Pavilion, Coach ... Able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends. * Excellent communication skills ...

The Peace Center

Technical Director

Greenville, SC · On-site

... Concert Hall, the 400-seat Gunter Theatre, and the 1,350-capacity outdoor Peace Pavilion, Coach ... Able to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends. Excellent communication skills ...

Rhino

Event Production Crew

Lombard, IL · On-site

$23 - $24/hr

... concert tours, festivals, corporate & convention production and other major events in the greater ... Hours will vary; including nights, weekends and holidays and there is no minimum guarantee of hours ...

Harvard University

Technical Director

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$57/hr

Directs all aspects of scenery, rigging, and automation in coordination with stage operations for A ... In concert with production management, coordinate external and internal show builds and maintenance ...

Harvard University

Technical Director

Cambridge, MA

Directs all aspects of scenery, rigging, and automation in coordination with stage operations for A ... In concert with production management, coordinate external and internal show builds and maintenance ...

SFJAZZ

Technical Director

San Francisco, CA

... concert production with extensive knowledge of audio, lighting, video, rigging and production ... Occasional evening/weekend shifts will be required. Physical requirements include the ability to ...

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What are some common challenges faced by weekend concert rigging professionals, and how can they be managed?

Weekend concert rigging professionals often work under tight timelines and in high-pressure environments, as events typically require rapid setup and breakdown. Managing fatigue from long hours, ensuring all equipment meets safety standards, and adapting to changing weather or venue conditions are common challenges. To address these, riggers rely on strong teamwork, thorough pre-event planning, and strict adherence to safety protocols. Effective communication with production crews and flexibility in problem-solving are key to meeting the fast-paced demands of live events.

What is the difference between Weekend Concert Rigging vs Event Rigging?

AspectWeekend Concert RiggingEvent Rigging
CredentialsRigging certifications, OSHA safety trainingRigging certifications, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor concert venues, large stagesIndoor and outdoor events, various venues
Industry UsageMusic festivals, concerts, touring showsCorporate events, trade shows, festivals

Weekend Concert Rigging and Event Rigging both require rigging certifications and safety training. While Weekend Concert Rigging focuses on outdoor concert venues and large-scale music events, Event Rigging covers a broader range of indoor and outdoor events like trade shows and corporate functions. Both roles involve similar skills but differ mainly in the specific environments and types of events they serve.

What is weekend concert rigging?

Weekend concert rigging refers to the setup and breakdown of staging, lighting, audio, and other equipment specifically for concerts that take place over the weekend. Rigging technicians are responsible for ensuring all structures are safely installed and dismantled according to event requirements. This work often involves lifting heavy equipment, working at heights, and following strict safety protocols. Weekend concert riggers usually work flexible hours, often during nights and weekends, to accommodate event schedules.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Concert Rigger, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Concert Rigger, you need a solid understanding of rigging principles, stage safety, and experience in event setup, often supported by relevant safety certifications like OSHA or ETCP. Familiarity with rigging hardware, load calculations, and use of equipment such as hoists and truss systems is essential. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication help ensure smooth setup and tear-down in high-pressure environments. These skills and qualities are vital for ensuring both the safety of crew and performers and the successful execution of live events.
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Stage Hand

144 Hard Rock Cafe International (Orlando) Inc

Orlando, FL

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted yesterday

Job description

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status.  To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

Job Description:

Hard Rock Live, a concert theater and event production venue seeks additional stagehands to support concerts and live events in the venue. Our full scope of services includes comprehensive productions for live entertainment, touring acts, local bands, corporate events, awards shows, DJ parties, and various bookings within the venue. This position is based in Orlando, and is a part time freelance position. Nights, holidays, weekdays and weekends are required, and candidates should expect a variable schedule based on show based needs. Minimum availability will be required to maintain employment. Some client interaction may be required. A pleasant, outgoing personality, industry experience and knowledge of event logistics, staging, audio, video and lighting systems as well as professional protocol in a high-profile setting is required.

Setup and teardown of professional audio, video, lighting, and staging equipment, with additional focus on general AV and IT support. This can include loading and unloading of equipment, carrying staging gear, pushing oversized road cases, flying or stacking speaker arrays, mounting video equipment, building stage sets, hanging soft goods, setting up instruments, assisting specific departmental functions in lighting, audio and video, and various needs to assist stage crew and personnel. Lifting and physical work are required.

  • Must possess a basic understanding of setting up staging, scenery, lights, sound, props, rigging, and special effects for a production.
  • Ability to use applicable tools safely and efficiently in sometimes high stress environments.
  • Must have a basic understanding of various electrical, audio, lighting and various cable terminations, applications, coiling and storage.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and consistently with management, 
    supervisors and colleagues both verbally and in writing. 
  • Interact with clients and staff in a positive and professional manner to achieve client’s goals.
  • Work with event staff when needed to prep and pack gear for concerts and events

Qualifications:

Ideal candidate will possess knowledge of audio, lighting, video, rigging and staging solutions within the event production industry. Ability to work with all aspects of high-end production and staging needs calmly, safely and efficiently, within sometimes high stress conditions to meet deadlines and client/producer/performer needs. Candidate must have a proven track record of successful shows and events in touring concert, corporate and entertainment worlds. While this position is a part of the Tech department with expertise in live staging productions, we also seek general AV and IT tech support within the Hard Rock Cafe meeting rooms and breakout locations. Candidate must also be able to successfully interact with clients on site, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times. Candidate must have a portfolio of previous events, with at least 3 years of professional stagehand experience in touring concerts and corporate AV crews, and have 3 positive references. Proper and safe setup, operation, and teardown of high-end audio, video, lighting, and staging equipment is required, as well as loading and unloading of semi-tractor trailers, bus trailers, box trucks and various other vehicles on site. This is not an entry level position, and those without the required experience will not be considered.