Stagehands: NYC (Tristate area) based

Job Description

Job Description

WHO WE ARE: Wizard Studios is a national company whose unique and award-winning special event visioning, design, and implementation abilities are sought after by Fortune 500, Non-Profits, Marketing, Advertising & PR Agencies, Political Campaigns, and Venues.

We take simple but elegant ideas and complex concepts and manifest them into highly crafted yet scalable public and private events. Our firm maintains a lifelong belief in the power of special events as the most effective means to engage, inspire, and inform people who come together and experience our productions.

CHIEF OBJECTIVES OF THIS POSITION

The Stagehand is a foundational member of the event production crew, providing essential physical labor and general technical support across all departments during load-in, show, and strike. Stagehands work under the direction of department heads and the Technical Director to move, assemble, and strike equipment efficiently and safely, keeping the production on schedule and the stage floor running smoothly.

LOAD-IN

• Unload trucks and transport equipment from dock to venue floor

• Move, position, and stage equipment for all departments — audio, video, lighting, and scenic

• Run cable under the direction of department leads — audio snake runs, video signal cable, power distro, data lines

• Assemble basic structures — pipe and drape, risers, platforms, furniture, and soft goods

• Assist department technicians with equipment setup tasks as directed

• Keep the stage floor and work areas organized, clear of hazards, and production-ready throughout load-in

SHOW SUPPORT

• Stand by on stage or backstage during the show for prop moves, furniture resets, and quick-change scenic elements

• Execute stage moves during blackouts or transitions quickly, quietly, and on cue

• Assist with talent escorts, greenroom logistics, and backstage traffic management as needed

• Support department techs with any show-day equipment adjustments or resets

• Maintain a clean, organized backstage environment throughout the event

STRIKE

• Break down and strike all equipment across departments as directed

• Coil and store cable properly — audio, video, power, and data

• Carry and load equipment back to trucks or cases efficiently and safely

• Assist with the final venue sweep and confirm the space is cleared before release

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience in live event production, theatrical stagecraft, or general labor in an AV or entertainment environment preferred

• Physical capability to lift 50+ lbs, work on feet for extended periods, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout a long shift

• Basic familiarity with live event equipment and terminology a strong plus

• Ability to take direction quickly and execute tasks with urgency and attention to detail

• Reliable, punctual, and professional — shows up on time, ready to work

• Team-oriented with a strong work ethic and a no-task-too-small attitude

• OSHA 10 certification a plus

OUR PURPOSE: We exist to produce events and create experiences that leave an enduring impression on you and your audience.

OUR MISSION: We create authentic events that bring people together, producing moments that matter, leaving a lasting impression.

OUR BRAND PROMISE: Exceeding clients’ expectations to ensure you hire us again!

CORE VALUES

SERVICE MINDSET - We show up with humility, empathy, and accountability, putting clients, teammates, and vendors first in everything we do.

TEAMWORK - We maximize our collective impact by communicating openly, solving problems collaboratively, and supporting one another, because our best work is done as a team.

ACT! With urgency and intention, we move quickly, think ahead, and respond with care. Timeliness, preparation, and momentum are how we exceed expectations.

GRIT- With passion and perseverance, we push through challenges, stay resilient under pressure, and deliver when it matters most.

EXCELLENCE - We anticipate expectations, craft unique solutions, and strive to consistently deliver on our promises.

Wizard Studios i s an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

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***NO RECRUITERS***

At Wizard Studios, we foster a respectful, team-oriented culture rooted in craftsmanship and purpose.to create events and experiences that leave an enduring impression.

We manifest big ideas and complex concepts into highly crafted public and private events.