Stagehand
IATSE Local 46
Nashville, TN
01.2000 - Present
- Set up and tore down sound equipment, lighting, rigging, and stage sets.
- Worked 11 years at Grand Ole Opry assisting artists, musicians, audio engineers, lighting head, and stage manager.
- At Grand Ole Opry assisted with stage setup, patching snakes, running power, and live performance trouble shooting.
- Coordinated with technical staff to ensure smooth operation of events and shows.
- Provided support to performers by helping them move from one place to another onstage.
- Rigged lights, curtains, scenery and other pieces for shows and events.
- Maintained cleanliness of backstage area before, during and after productions.
- Operated spotlights during live performances.
- Transported equipment between various locations as needed.
- Assisted with the installation of audio-visual systems in venues.
- Collaborated with technicians to troubleshoot issues related to setup or operation of gear.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment from trucks.
- Lead for Coastal International installing and dismantling convention booths that are built to blue print.
