The Stagehand responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting in general labor such as load-in, set-up, strike and load-out. The main role of the Stagehand is to assist with laborious tasks such as running and taping down cables, building truss, pipe and drape, scaffolding, pushing / lifting of heavy cases and various pieces of equipment. Stagehands will know how to properly identify, run, tape and coil all cables types. Stagehands have knowledge to assist building lighting truss, assist building video screens, assist with basic audio, lighting, and carpentry work. Stagehands are NOT SKILLED LABOR. Stagehands are not relied upon to be free thinkers and they require guidance and direction from their department leads at all times. The Stagehand can be utilized in all show environments.
