Freelance Event Crew - Lighting and Rigging and Draping

Icon Fitness; Schaumburg (IL); Híbrido; USD 28.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Elegant Event Lighting is seeking freelance event crew for lighting, rigging, and draping tasks around Chicagoland. Responsibilities include installation and removal of decor, lighting, and dance floors for weddings, with weekend availability and two shifts per event day.

Experience in lighting design (1–3 years) and basic electrical distribution is preferred. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on ladders or lifts is required; training opportunities may be available for the right

Formación

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in theatrical production or related field required.
• 1-3 years of lighting design experience, preferably in an event setting.
• Electrical understanding on loading circuits, dimmers and associated power distribution equipment.
• Adept skill in operating lighting and electrical equipment.
• Safely hang chandeliers and other decor pieces, hang and focus lekos, run power, operate a lift, basic DMX knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Installation and removal of draping, lighting, dance floors, chandeliers and other decor for wedding ceremonies and receptions around Chicagoland.
• Setup and strike on the same day; typically 2 shifts available.
• Advance inventory and prepare equipment before events.
• Work weekends (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) and flexible hours as needed.

Conocimientos

Lighting design

DMX

Rigging

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Electrical distribution

Physical stamina

Educación

Associates or Bachelors in theatrical production

Herramientas

Lighting and electrical equipment

Ladders and lifts

Descripción del empleo

# Freelance Event Crew - Lighting and Rigging and DrapingUSD 25.00 Hourly|630 Morse Ave, Schaumburg, IL 60193-4532, United StatesFreelanceElegant Event Lighting is looking for event crew AVAILABLE ON WEEKENDS to deliver, setup and remove draping, chandeliers, dance floors and other unique decor elements for wedding ceremonies and receptions around Chicagoland.Additional hours are available during the week preparing inventory for events.**Job Summary*** Installation and removal of draping, lighting, dance floors, chandeliers and other specialty decor for wedding receptions and ceremonies in and around Chicago.* Pay based on experience* 4, 5, 8 and 10 hour calls* Typically 2 shifts available; setup and strike on the same day.* WEEKEND HOURS (Friday, Saturday and Sunday)Physical and Work Environment Requirements* **Must be available to work weekends*** Ability to stand, kneel, crouch, bend and reach during entire work shift* Able to stand and/or walk 100% of the work shift* Ability to work with hands and arms during entire shift* Must be able to move and climb ladders **WITHOUT** accommodation or assistance* Ability to work in high lift* Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull 30-40 lbs. throughout the shift. Occasionally may move up to and over 100 lbs. with assistance* Ability to handle fragile items safely* Must be able to tolerate cold, heat and humid conditionsAdvancement opportunities & further training possible for the right candidates.**Qualifications*** Associates or Bachelors Degree in theatrical production or related field required* 1-3 years of lighting design experience, preferably in an event setting* Electrical understanding on loading circuits, dimmers and asscociated power distribution equipoment.* Adept skill in operating lighting and electrical equipment* Safely hang chandeliers and other decor pieces, hang and focus lekos, run power, operate a lift (scissor or single man), have basic knowledge of DMX, be able to climb ladders, work above their head, and lift upwards of 50 pounds.Elegant Event Lighting does not discriminate in employment based on race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, military service, or other non-merit factor.## Explore Company Location