Job Description
The Live Events industry is an always-changing business. QSR Productions, LLC strives to provide our clients with the highest standards of professionalism and client satisfaction by exceeding their expectations.
*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Crew work with their Team Leader, Steward, and the Client to facilitate the set up, running, and breakdown of all kinds of Live Events including but not limited to:
- Concerts
- Sporting Events
- Trade shows
- Theater
- Performing Arts
- Corporate Functions
- Parties
- And more
To be successful in the Live Event Industry, you should enjoy working with your hands and be prepared to learn new skills on the job. Outstanding candidates are self-starters with a can-do attitude, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with others.
Responsibilities
Crew work around a variety of clients with different needs, helping with lighting, sound, video, props, general scenery, as well as tables and chairs.
Duties often vary based on the size and type of production and which positions the Crew member is eligble for based on their training and experience.
Job responsibilities for Crew include but are not limited to:
- Loading and unloading trucks
- Assembling production equipment on stage
- Construction and or assembly of stages, set pieces, and risers
- Moving furniture, road cases, and miscellaneous equipment
- Setting up tables and chairs
- Assisting the client by providing general labor
- Moving, setting up and striking - sound, lighting, video, props, facility equipment, and other equipment according to client requirements
- Performing a variety of backstage and and front of house maintenance tasks
- Assembling equipment and support structures and breaking them down when the show is over
- Maintaining a clean work environment, removing any backstage waste products
- Constantly expanding your skillset
General Requirements:
- Able to meet Minimum Physical Requirements
- Excellent stamina and strength
- Ability to collaborate with others
- Willingness to varied hours and meet deadlines
- Ability to focus under pressure and follow instructions
- A completed apprenticeship would be favorable
- Completion of QSR Orientation
- Successful completion of QSR Stagehand Basics training
- Experience in carpentry, electronics, or construction is a plus
Additional Crew Roles
With training and approval, stagehands may asked to fill the following roles during a job:
- Truck Loader/Heavy Lifter - Team members who are responsible for safely working with heavy objects.
- Camera Operator - Team member who is trained to operate a camera, either fixed or hand held, during a rehearsal or performance.
- Cable Page - Team member assigned to manage cable during a live event show.
- Spotlight Operator - Team member trained to operate a follow-spot during a rehearsal or performance.
- Truss Spot Op - Team member who is also a climber that is assigned to operate a follow-spot from a truss.
- Forklift Driver - Team member certified to drive a forklift
- Scissor Lift Driver - Team member certified to drive a scissor lift
- Flyman - Team member trained in the operation of ropes and counterweights.
- Loading Bridge - Team member trained in adding weights to the flyrail.
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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