Stagehand

Live Nation Entertainment; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Nation Entertainment is actively seeking a stage crew member to ensure smooth operations for performances in Scranton, PA. This role involves setting up and managing equipment, collaborating with the production team, and providing vital support during shows.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in tour and stage production, alongside strong communication and organizational skills. A high school diploma is required, while a college degree is preferred. This is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about live entertainment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in tour and stage production.
• Experience in stage lighting and pro-audio systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform load-in and load-out of band equipment.
• Secure required passes and prepare guest lists.
• Assist audio and lighting crew.
• Communicate event details to production crew.

Skills

Tour and stage production experience

Stage lighting

Pro-audio systems

Multiple projects management

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft applications

Education

High School Diploma

College degree

Job description

Overview

Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year.

What This Role Will Do

• Performs the load‑in and load‑out of band equipment and rental equipment
• Responsible for securing required passes and tickets and prepares guest lists under the direction of the stage manager
• Cables; assist audio & lighting crew as directed
• Band set changes
• Ensure that members of the band(s) have required items needed to perform the show(s)
• Responsible for communicating the details of the evening’s event to production crew
• Responsible for hanging show banners, updating marquees and other signage in the venue
• Coordinate the food trays for the band in the Music Hall
• Assist lighting & audio crew as directed by stage manager or PM; operation of spotlights if required
• Maintenance and repair of sound, light and stage equipment
• Assist the stage manager with show passes
• Maintain and secure house back‑line and supplies
• Maintain curtains, drapes, risers and other staging items
• Assist audio crew with stands, microphones, cables, etc.
• Assist lighting crew with fixtures, lamps, gels, cabling, etc.
• Operate and care for stage areas in a safe, clean manner
• Assist with any special events operations
• Ensure stage trash is taken out; stage swept or set up for next show when possible

Required Qualifications

• 3 years minimum tour and stage production experience
• Experience in stage lighting, pro‑audio systems and basic video systems
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with all Microsoft applications
• Must possess superior interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• High School Diploma

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree

Physical Demands & Working Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs
• Work in an environment with moderate to loud noise level

Equal Employment Opportunity

Live Nation is committed to equal employment opportunity for applicants regardless of age, ancestry, color, religious creed, family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability, marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin, citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Live Nation will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar laws. Live Nation will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability and will also consider reasonable religious accommodations on a case‑by‑case basis.

Hiring Practices

The preceding job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed in this role. Compensation is estimated for Colorado applicants and will vary for other locations. Live Nation will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.