Stagehand

A stagehand is a person who works backstage or behind the scenes in theatres, film, television, or location performance.

Their work includes setting up the scenery, lights, sound, props, rigging, and special effects for a production.

Most stagehands have a general knowledge of all the phases of a production, but tend to develop specialties and focus on specific areas.

Stagehands are generally employed on a show-by-show basis, although most major theaters and studios maintain staff heads of departments and assistants.

Skilled stagehands know how to work in a wide range of theaters and other venues to support successful shows.

Stagehands in the United States and Canada are represented by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees.

Stagehands after setting up equipment for a concert