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.