Job summary
Lead Rigger - MemphisDelivering on "The Prestige Way"Execute on all technical aspects of a production
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Preps and de-prep Rigging, motors, and truss• Assist with other prep and deprep as work and schedule dictate• Ensures proper and safe rigging procedures are followed on all events• Leads and oversees Rigging setups and removals• Perform functions as a lead rigger, including up-rigging, down-rigging, and crew lead• Inspects, maintains and repairs rigging hardware and equipment• Reviews Rigging diagrams, plots, plans and assists where needed• Work with a PAV Production Manager and/or PAV Lead Technician to implement the technical aspects of a show related to assigned role, set up, and operate related AV equipment• Attend site checks as required• In addition to Rigging duties and functions as time allows, serves as a technician in variety of roles and disciplines• Relay details (financial, creative, & logistic wants/needs) to Director of AV Services/Venues Sales and Account Managers as they change to assist with maintaining an accurate order and bill for clients and venues and overall client satisfaction• Execute the timeline for production to ensure event planning stays on schedule• Work with Warehouse staff to ensure assets required for event are available in the event that assets are not available, work with project manager and/or Venue TD to acquire needed gear• Work with Project Managers, TD, and other event staff for efficient Run of Show• Maintain working knowledge of all aspects of event for smooth transition to persons assigned to roles (Lead Technicians: General Session, Plenary, Breakout, Exhibits, etc.)• Work with Facility Event Managers or PAV CAD/VectorWorks technician to understand the detailed drawings of event per client specifications• Update account/project manager on orders so they're current throughout planning, run of show, and ready for invoicing at end of event• Excellent customer service skills, applied to external and internal customers equally
Requirements
• Must be organized, attentive to detail, persistent and demonstrate the ability to follow through projects to completion• Capable of handling multiple assignments and meeting deadlines• Capable of working with all levels of show management under minimal supervision• Technical and Mechanical Aptitude• Computer Hardware and Software Proficient• Ability to run show from concept and implementation, to live show and load out• Knowledgeable and proficient in safety policies and procedures for live events industry and related fields• Understands safe rigging practices• Fall protection and arrest equipment and procedures• Knowledge of Hoist maintenance and repair• Knowledge and understanding of truss inspection and systems• Working knowledge of VectorWorks and other CAD programs
Key Skills Needed
• Technical and Mechanical Aptitude• Computer Hardware and Software Proficient• Excellent customer service skills
