Overview
Work History
Timeline
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Thaddeus Darden

Stage production
Austin,TX
Thaddeus Darden

Overview

14
years of professional experience

Work History

Eventtex Productions

Rigger
04.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Anchored pieces to fixed structures with bolts and clamps.
  • Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
  • Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
  • Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
  • Prepared and erected steel, torque and bolt-up connections.
  • Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
  • Assembled and installed rigging and lifting equipment to support lifting operations.
  • Provided critical rigging support during emergency operations, ensuring swift and safe resolutions.

James Thomas Productions

Machine Operator
09.2015 - Current

Job overview

  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.

James Thomas Productions

Rigger
09.2015 - Current

Job overview

  • Supported efficient workflow by quickly adapting to changing priorities and adjusting assigned tasks accordingly.
  • Ensured safety of lifting operations by meticulously planning and executing rigging setups.
  • Provided critical rigging support during emergency operations, ensuring swift and safe resolutions.
  • Mobilized and tore down rigs according to safety regulations.
  • Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
  • Assembled and installed rigging and lifting equipment to support lifting operations.
  • Anchored pieces to fixed structures with bolts and clamps.
  • Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.

Crew One Production

Stage Lead
06.2014 - 09.2015

Job overview

  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Crew One Production

Rigger
05.2012 - 09.2015

Job overview

Worked at height loading in production/ festival work i.e Pgp stages , Mountain stages

  • Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
  • Communicated with equipment operators to accomplish smooth and efficient transports.
  • Assembled and installed rigging and lifting equipment to support lifting operations.
  • Anchored pieces to fixed structures with bolts and clamps.

Crosswind Systems

Roof Tech
02.2011 - 05.2012

Job overview

  • Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
  • Improved lifting efficiency with proper selection of rigging equipment for specific tasks.
  • Increased workplace safety by conducting regular rigging inspections and equipment maintenance.
  • Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
  • Secured safety equipment and always used gear according to requirements.
  • Prepared and erected steel, torque and bolt-up connections.

Crosswind Systems

Rigger
01.2011 - 05.2012

Job overview

  • Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
  • Improved lifting efficiency with proper selection of rigging equipment for specific tasks.
  • Increased workplace safety by conducting regular rigging inspections and equipment maintenance.
  • Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.
  • Rigged cables and pipes in configurations to support loads and maintain crew safety.
  • Anchored pieces to fixed structures with bolts and clamps.
  • Mobilized and tore down rigs according to safety regulations.

Timeline

Rigger
Eventtex Productions
04.2025 - Current
Machine Operator
James Thomas Productions
09.2015 - Current
Rigger
James Thomas Productions
09.2015 - Current
Stage Lead
Crew One Production
06.2014 - 09.2015
Rigger
Crew One Production
05.2012 - 09.2015
Roof Tech
Crosswind Systems
02.2011 - 05.2012
Rigger
Crosswind Systems
01.2011 - 05.2012
Thaddeus DardenStage production