Production Rigging Manager

Theater Outsource; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the entertainment industry seeks a Production Rigging Manager, responsible for designing and executing rigging systems for live events. This role combines technical expertise and leadership, ensuring flawless execution during productions. Candidates should be passionate about live performance and skilled in technical challenges.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Qualifications

• Experience with design tools like AutoCAD or Vectorworks.
• Proficient in load calculations for safety.
• Hands-on leadership abilities in live events.

Responsibilities

• Lead rigging teams through complex installations.
• Draft detailed rigging plans.
• Perform load analysis and safety calculations.

Skills

Technical expertise

Leadership

Problem solving

Tools

AutoCAD

Vectorworks

Job description

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Precision in Motion—Engineering the Magic of Live Performance

As a Production Rigging Manager, you don’t just move truss and points—you move ideas into reality with precision, safety, and technical expertise.

In this role, you get to:

Lead rigging teams through complex installations and live productions

Draft detailed rigging plans using AutoCAD or Vectorworks and other design tools

Perform structural and load calculations to ensure every lift is safe and show-ready

Job Snapshot:

Production Rigging Managers are responsible for designing, planning, and executing rigging systems for theatrical and live event productions. They combine hands-on leadership with technical drafting and engineering skills to ensure flawless execution.

Key Skills & Responsibilities:

• Create and revise rigging layouts and system drawings
• Perform load analysis and safety calculations for static and dynamic elements
• Coordinate with designers, engineers, and production teams to align vision with reality

If you’re passionate about live events, love solving technical challenges, and thrive in high-stakes environments—this is a career where you can truly shine behind the scenes.

Let’s connect if you’re exploring rigging careers or looking to collaborate on your next production.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  Entertainment Providers

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