Stage Hand - Calgary, Canada - True North Executive Security Limited

Description

Company Description
True North Event Crew is Calgary's leader in Event staffing.

We provide all the personnel needed to create amazing concerts, festivals, and sporting events, including Stagehands, Riggers, Fork Ops, Follow Spot Ops, Production Runners, Stage Managers and more.

Role Description
This is a part-time/Casual role as a Stagehand (Audio Visual tech) with True North Event Crew. Shifts take place at event venues all across Calgary and surrounding areas.

Stagehands will assist with the setup and tear down of equipment (Audio, Video, Lighting, backline, stage, and more) for concerts, theatrical productions, conferences, and other live events.

• Assist with the setup and breakdown of stage equipment, props, and scenery
• Operate and maintain stage equipment during performances
• Follow cues and instructions from production companies, stage managers

- work closely with the production team to ensure the event get set and runs smoothly.

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on stage equipment as needed
• Assist with the loading and unloading of trucks for touring productions
• Maintain a clean and organized backstage area

This is a casual job that is primarily in the evenings in weekends. This means it is great to work around other jobs or School.


Minimum Qualifications
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Experience with audio-visual equipment setup and operation. Previous experience working as a stage hand or in a similar role is preferred

• Knowledge of rigging, lighting, or staging
• Excellent time management and organization skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members
• Willingness to work irregular hours including evenings and weekends
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50lbs and work well under pressure and adapt to changing situations
• An interest in Music and/or sporting environments.
• Knowledge of theatrical stage directions and terminology is a plus
• Standard First aid and CPR and AED
• Fall Safety
• Aerial Work Platform Certificate

- counterbalance and/or Telehandler Fork lift certificate


Compensation

• Starting Wage is $25/h for our Stagehands.
• Vacation pay
• Higher wages for those with specialized roles/certificates.
• 4 hr minimum Shift call outs

Responsibilities:
This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about the performing arts industry.

As a Stage Hand, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of live performances and sporting events by providing support behind the scenes.

If you have a love for theater, sports, music, or technology, enjoy working as part of a team, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

Job Types:
Part-time, Casual


Pay:
$25.00-$40.00 per hour


Expected hours:
per week


Benefits:

• Company events
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Work Location:
In person