Aaren Salter
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Detail-oriented venue operations and stagehand supporting load-ins, load-outs, stage changes, and guest flow during live events. Experience with audio, lighting, FOH, truss, risers, and backstage setup. Reliable execution during extended production days.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Stage Hand
Live Nation
Minneapolis, MN
03.2026 - Current
- Executed lighting and audio setups, ensuring proper functioning of equipment under crew direction for successful events.
- Coordinated stage changes and resets with production teams to maintain seamless show flow.
- Supported Live Nation load-in and load-out for concert stage productions.
- Set up multiple shows efficiently, receiving positive feedback from crew on execution quality.
- Built staging, risers, truss, and backstage equipment.
- Prepared shows quickly so crew could focus on smaller projects or take needed rest.
- Followed show cues to move gear during live performances.
- Provided helpful support across venue operations and tour needs.
Venue Operations
Live Nation
Shakopee, MN
03.2026 - Current
- Streamlined entry process at venue entrances, improving guest experience.
- Guided guests and supported coworkers to ensure seamless venue navigation.
- Coordinated with venue staff to maintain efficient evening operations.
Freelance Stagehand
Hay creek entertainment
Minneapolis, MN
03.2025 - Current
- Supported multiple production areas, including audio, lighting, FOH, loading, and offloading.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks carrying scenery, props, and production materials.
- Set up and tore down stage sets, lighting rigs, and sound equipment.
- Built set pieces following show plans and crew direction.
- Moved equipment safely during stage changes and event transitions.
- Assisted technicians with setup and troubleshooting of cable runs, microphones, and power connections to ensure smooth operations.
- Provided reliable support to production crew during event operations, facilitating seamless transitions.
- Earned positive feedback for efficiency and strong leadership support.
Tech
North Star Regional
Shakopee, Minnesota
04.2024 - 09.2025
- Reviewed technical manuals and product documentation for operation and maintenance requirements.
- Proposed innovative ideas and practical solutions that enhanced team outcomes.
- Executed daily duties with attention to detail, ensuring smooth operational flow.
- Assisted nursing staff in resolving urgent client concerns to enhance patient care.
Education
Certification - audio production
Hennepin Technical College
Minneapolis, MN06-2025
Certificate - Video production
Hennepin technical
Brooklyn Park, MN04-2025
High School Diploma -
Champlin Park High School
Champlin, MN06-2023
Skills
- Lighting and sound systems
- Audio equipment setup
- Sound systems
- Set lighting
- Stage setup
- Event production
- Load-in coordination
- Truck loading
- Truss assembly
- Event coordination
- Crew support
- Tool handling
- Lightroom and Illustrator
- Crew leadership
- Front-of-house operations
- Venue operations
- Event coordination
- Time management
- Time management skills
- Detail orientation
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Team communication
- Crowd safety
- Crowd awareness
- Guest assistance techniques
- Basic tool operation
- Basic instrument maintenance
- Tool handling
- Lightroom and Illustrator
- Photo and video editing
- Set painting techniques
- Crew Leadership
- Set lighting
- Sound systems
- Stage setup
- Venue operations
Personal Information
- Title: Salty the Hand
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
- Opioid poisoning recognition in Response training to help save lives
- Opioid poisoning recognition and Response training to help save a life. Completed on towards theheart.com
- 2024-law enforcement & interactions w/SUD programs
- PCA and CFSS support worker Training
- February 2025 to Present
- Certificate of successful completion the certificate means this person met initial training requirements of PCA workers and CFSS workers
Affiliations
- Iaste 13
- March 2026 to Present
- This is the local union for stagehands in the Minneapolis area. I have done work for them a few different times, especially for big arena calls.
Timeline
Stage Hand
Live Nation
03.2026 - Current
Venue Operations
Live Nation
03.2026 - Current
Freelance Stagehand
Hay creek entertainment
03.2025 - Current
Tech
North Star Regional
04.2024 - 09.2025
Certification - audio production
Hennepin Technical College
Certificate - Video production
Hennepin technical
High School Diploma -
Champlin Park High School