DEBRA MERRITT
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic event technician with extensive experience at Rhino Staging, excelling in stagehand functions and lighting tech expertise. Proven ability to manage logistical operations and support showcall tasks effectively. Skilled in forklift operation and heavy lifting, ensuring seamless production transitions and successful event execution. Committed to delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stagehand / Forklift Operator / Lighting Tech (L3)
Rhino Staging & Subsidiaries
Las Vegas, NV
07.2023 - Current
- Support stage construction, lighting, audio placement, cable management, and general production needs.
- Operate forklifts for unloading trucks, moving gear, and supporting venue logistics.
- Perform L3 lighting duties including fixture prep, focus, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Assist with showcall tasks and artist/stage transitions.
- Complete fast-paced load-ins and teardowns alongside touring and venue crews.
- Including FOUR WALLS
Event Technician / Floor Rigging Support
PRG (Production Resource Group)
Las Vegas, NV
01.2023 - Current
- Assist with lighting, staging, and technical support for concerts and corporate shows.
- Support floor rigging tasks: labeling hardware, prepping motors, and running cable.
Event Tech / Floor Rigging Assistant
TNT Lighting
Las Vegas, NV
- Current
- Assisted riggers with truss prep, feeder cable placement, and motor organization.
- Loaded/unloaded lighting truss, dimmer racks, and power distribution equipment.
Event Crew - Latin Grammys (In/Out + Showcall)
Rhino Staging / FOUR WALLS / PRG
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Supported load-in and strike for major televised productions.
- Assisted backstage during showcall, including talent transitions and department coordination.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Campus Edu
08.2025
Skills
- Stagehand functions
- Forklift skills
- Lighting tech expertise
- Rigging awareness
- Showcall support
- AV handling
- Logistical operations
- Heavy lifting capabilities
Certification
- OSHA-10 Certification, 01/01/25
- Forklift Certification, if applicable
Timeline
Stagehand / Forklift Operator / Lighting Tech (L3)
Rhino Staging & Subsidiaries
07.2023 - Current
Event Technician / Floor Rigging Support
PRG (Production Resource Group)
01.2023 - Current
Event Crew - Latin Grammys (In/Out + Showcall)
Rhino Staging / FOUR WALLS / PRG
01.2023 - 01.2024
Event Tech / Floor Rigging Assistant
TNT Lighting
- Current
Associate of Arts -
Campus Edu