Stagehand

Tennessee Performing Arts Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee Performing Arts Center in Nashville seeks a stagehand to support back‑of‑house operations for stage productions and events, handling audio, lighting, video, rigging, and related gear.

This role collaborates with TPAC staff, touring productions, and community partners, assisting with setup, maintenance, and safety. Candidates should have 1–2 years of experience and basic electrical skills, with availability for nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience as a theatrical stagehand, event technician or production services.
• Theatrical knowledge (electric, audio, carpentry, rigging).
• Basic knowledge of electricity.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Eighteen (18) years or older with basic skills in reading and math.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a team-based culture focused on respect, communication, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• Utilize theatrical skills while working with a diverse group of back-of-house staff, including TPAC staff and contracted labor.
• Participate in load in and load out of all theatrical equipment.
• Assist with maintenance of theatrical systems and equipment.
• Work collaboratively and receive direction from staff and visiting department heads.
• Function as an electrician, spot op, or board operator on select events.
• Function as a stage manager, flyman, weight loader, or deck hand on select events.
• Function as a video operator or projectionist on select events.
• Communicate effectively with staff and external parties in a positive manner.
• Demonstrate proactive work ethic and willingness to learn and grow.
• Demonstrate helpful and cooperative conduct to co-workers.
• Willing to work safely and efficiently in a fast paced environment.

Skills

Stagehand experience

Theatrical knowledge

Basic electrical knowledge

Hand tools

18+ years old

Reading and math basics

Tools

Personal tool kit

Job description

Position Overview

Stagehands support the back of house operation in all activities needed to provide a positive experience for all clients and internal departments. Responsible for the operation of audio, lighting, video, rigging and other theatrical equipment. This position assists with the maintenance of theatrical systems used in support of stage productions, meetings and related events at The TN Performing Arts Center.

Primary Responsibilities

• Contributes to a team-based culture focused on respect, communication, inclusivity, and collaboration.
• Utilize theatrical skills while working with a diverse group of back‑of‑house staff that will include full‑time and part‑time TPAC staff, union and non‑union contracted labor, touring productions and community partners.
• Participate in the load in and load out of all theatrical equipment.
• Assist with maintenance of theatrical systems & equipment.
• Work collaboratively and receive direction from a variety of personnel including full‑time staff and visiting department heads.
• Function as an electrician, spot op, or board operator on select events.
• Function as a stage manager, flyman, weight loader, or deck hand on select events.
• Function as a video operator or projectionist on select events.
• Able to communicate effectively with varying levels of staff as well as outside parties such as artists, vendors, and clients in a positive manner.
• Proactive work ethic with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Demonstrates helpful and cooperative conduct to co‑workers.
• Willing to work safely and efficiently in a fast paced, ever‑changing environment.

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned.

Skills and Knowledge

Required:

• 1‑2 years of experience as a theatrical stagehand, event technician or production services.
• Theatrical specific knowledge (i.e. elec. audio, carpentry, rigging).
• Basic knowledge of electricity.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Employee will provide their own basic personal tool kit appropriate for work hired to accomplish.
• Eighteen (18) years or older with basic skills in reading and math.

Software and Services Used

• ADP Workforce Now
• Connecteam

Frequent Functions and Working Conditions

• Must be able to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends.

TPAC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of the employment process will be merit‑based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship or other protected characteristics.