Production Staff - AEG Presents Great Lakes - Midwest Southwest

For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer. 

Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations. 

If you want to be challenged to up your game and make a difference, then join us in giving the world reason to cheer!

PRODUCTION STAFF 

• PRODUCTION RIGGER
• PRODUCTION RUNNER
• STAGEHAND
  

1. PRODUCTION RIGGER

SUMMARY

The Production Rigger will be responsible for safely aligning, leveling, and anchoring all equipment and adhering to the weight capacities of rigging points of the venue. In addition, this position will control the movement of equipment and ensure that all audio, video, and lighting equipment are functional and reliable prior to the show. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for safely aligning, leveling, and anchoring equipment (i.e. audio, video, lighting, aerial harnesses, etc.) from fixed points in the ceiling or truss structures and controlling the movement of the equipment.  
• Responsible for adhering to the weight capacities and stress limits of rigging points, motors, and other rigging equipment. 
• Responsible for testing all functionality and reliability of rigging prior to the showand ensure the safety of all gear, equipment, staff and people at the event. 
• Maintain work area for events while ensuring adherence to all SFFD, OSHA, and ADA requirements in addition to the safety of all local and touring staff, artists, patrons with respect to all production elements. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum education level of: High School Diploma or its equivalency 
• A minimum of 1-2 years of related work experience. 
• Must demonstrate rigging proficiency either through union membership or third-party certification. 
• Knowledge of OSHA/ADA laws and regulations.  
• Must be able to take direction and execute instructions accurately. 
• Good interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Strong attention to detail. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 
  
  

2. PRODUCTION RUNNER

SUMMARY

The Production Runner is responsible for assisting and transporting event materials to and from the venue or eventin a safe and efficient manner. This position is the “go to” person for various production and artist requests to fulfill production needs and the artist rider.  

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect, transport, and deliver equipment, supplies, and materials to and from the venue. 
• Run various errands by foot, bike, vehicle, or public transportation at various distances. 
• Make purchases for the show and venue as needed for event needs as directed by the production manager or supervisor.  
• Assist the production office with administrative duties including making signage, drafting correspondence, and taking inventory.  
• Perform other various duties as required or requested from supervisor to fulfill show needs and artist rider.  

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum education level of:High School Diploma or its equivalency  
• A minimum of 1-2 years of related work experience  
• Must be able to take direction and execute instruction accurately  
• Must have valid driver’s license if venue location requires driving 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• May be required to drive a rented or company vehicle and must meet state requirements regarding rental vehicles 
• Previous live music production experience is a plus  
  
  

3. STAGEHAND

SUMMARY

The Stagehand is responsible for performing all setup before, during, and after events which includes, but is not limited to, assembling and disassembling production equipment on stage. In addition, the Stagehand will work closely with and assist carpenters with scenery build, installation, video, sound and light production.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for assembling and setting up at the beginning of the scene (i.e. props, microphones, musical instruments, scenery, etc), disassembling and removing equipment at the end of the scene in addition to cleaning up the stage and backstage area after performances. 
• Load and unload equipment from trucks and set up equipment according to stage design while ensuring safety requirements are met. 
• Assist carpenters with scenery build and installation of stage maintenance, construct and paint set pieces, move and rearrange furniture. 
• Work closely with electricians and lighting assistants with maintenance of video, sound, and light production. 
• Ensure operations of systems are functioning properly. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• A minimum education level of:High School Diploma or its equivalency 
• A minimum of 1-2 years of related work experience. 
• Previous experience with manual labor preferred. 
• Forklift and heavy machinery certified. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license if venue location requires driving. 
• Must be able to take direction and execute instructions accurately. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds. 
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. 

AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside his/her normal description.