Talent Development

A1 (Audio Engineer):

The A1 leads the entire audio system's setup, placement, tuning, operation, and strike. The A1 is primarily used in general sessions and large breakout room environments.

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A2 (Audio Engineer Assist):

The A2 assists the A1 with the setup and strike of the entire audio system. The A2 responsibilities include, but are not limited to leading the audio assists, takes lead role and responsibility of running cables, back of house setup (A2 world) with wireless microphones, wired and wireless intercom systems, assembly of speakers / line arrays. A2 can be utilized in all show environments and are qualified for all run of show duties like management of microphones, microphone frequencies, microphone rotation and microphone placement while interfacing with clients and talent. The A2 is generally used when there are more than 12 RF Microphones and in general session environments.

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AV Tech Set/Strike:

The AV Tech Set/Strike is primarily used for the setting of meeting rooms, exhibits basic audio, lighting and video equipment with decision and improvising making capabilities. The AV Tech Set/Strike technicians should not be counted on to be a floater, operator or in A2, L2 or V2 positions. The AV Tech Set/Strike can be utilized in all show environments with less supervision than a stagehand.

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AV Tech Floater:

A Floater helps presenters get familiarized with the in–room AV set up and assists with the operation of AV gear. The Floater is not an in-room operator but is capable of providing assistance to the presenters. The AV Tech Floater assumes responsibilities as the AV Tech Operator would but is not dedicated to a single room. If a floater operates a session, they will become an operator for that day and no longer be billed as a floater.

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Camera Operator:

A Camera Operators' responsibilities include but are not limited to build and operate all fixed broadcast /studio configured cameras, regardless of lens configuration. A Camera Operator is primarily used in general session and large breakout room environments.

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Camera Operator: – Hand Held:

A Hand Held Camera Operator works at a non–fixed position. This Camera Operator is primarily used in general session and large breakout room environments.

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General Stagehand 101:

The Stagehand responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting in general labor such as load-in, set- up, strike and load-out. The main role of the Stagehand is to assist with laborious tasks such as running and taping down cables, building truss, pipe and drape, scaffolding, pushing / lifting of heavy cases and various pieces of equipment.

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Ground-Rigger:

Responsible for assembling the hardware on the ground and sending it up to the Up-Rigger.

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LED Wall Tech:

The LED Wall Tech assists the LED Wall Programmer with the set/strike of LED walls. The LED Wall Techs' responsibilities include but are not limited to assembly/disassembly of LED walls and patching of signal and power. They require less supervision than LED Wall assists.

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LED Wall Programmer:

The LED Wall Programmer directs the setup, configuration, programming, troubleshooting and disassembly of the LED Wall.

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Local Crew Steward/Production Coordinator:

This is thestagehand’s direct manager on site. They will coordinate with the Production and/or Stage Manager for labor needs and help assign

the Local Crew’s task and keep the stagehands working where they are supposed to be and doing what they are supposed to. They will make sure the stagehands get their designated breaks throughout the day and the stagehand’s hours are submitted to the stagehand company for payroll. This is who the stagehands report to when checking in and out for the workday.

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ME (Master Electrician):

The ME works directly with the LD/L1 with the distribution of power, assignment and patching of dimmers and lamp replacement. The ME is primarily used in the general session environment.

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Playback Pro Operator / Digital Media:

The Digital Media Operator responsibilities include but are not limited to the set up and operation of professional media playback systems, with a complete understanding of Playback Pro and other digital playback systems. The Digital Media Operator manages and executes encoding and playback cues. The Digital Media Operator also sets up and maintains all specified recordings during show, as well as labels and delivers all digital media after show. The Digital Media Operator is typically used in the general session environment.

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Projectionist:

The Projectionist responsibilities include, but are not limited to placement, stacking, converging and alignment of all projection equipment.

Projectionist Blend Double Stack: The Projectionist responsibilities include, but are not limited to placement, stacking, converging and blending of all projection equipment.

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PowerPoint Operator:

The PowerPoint Operators' responsibilities include but are not limited to set/strike and operation of the entire PowerPoint Presentation. The PowerPoint Operator is primarily used in the general session and large breakout room environments.

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Pyrotechnician:

This position is usually found in larger productions where pyrotechnics are used. They are skilled in building pyro blasts and are knowledgeable about the use of the sometimes dangerous blasting compounds. It is possible that they will get a stagehand or two to assist them in getting set up for the event.

 

Promoter Rep.: 

This is the person that has either put the whole production or event together or is representing the promoter of the show. They are the point contact for the touring even management team, like the Tour Manager and Production or Stage Manager. They will be there to put out fires throughout the day to ensure their event goes smoothly and the show makes money. They could give direction or tasks to the Local Crew. It’s one position to respect as they are the ones that often hire thelocal stagehand company.

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Riggers:

The use of arena-style rigging isn’t limited to indoor productions. Stages and rigging are also required for outdoor events and concerts. When it comes to setting up stages, the hoist and truss rigging are the same outdoors as they are indoors. An outdoor rigging team, on the other hand, is usually responsible for a larger portion of the stage construction. To build the stage roof structure, riggers must utilize scaffolding or trusses. For larger stages, steel trusses are used, and cranes are used to set these up.

 

Rigging Supervisors:

are responsible for the safe installation and operation of rigging elements required within a particular property or collection of properties within their city and are the primary point-of-contact for clients. They will be performing the specific rigging and overhead safety work themselves and supervising the rigging activities of internal and external riggers. Work directly with third party production companies on all inbound events requiring rigging services within hotels and Venues.  Utilize structural data and weight load limits to approve inbound third party and internal Encore designs for rigging events.

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Runner:

This is someone that is hired to go and pick up everything from the food for the artist’s dressing rooms, to tracking down items requested by the touring production, picking up the musicians from the airport, and much more. They are there to help the production with all of the off-show site needs.

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Scenic Carpenter:

A Scenic Carpenter is responsible for the set/strike of all staging, sets pieces, banners, props, pipe and drape. Scenic Carpenters will bring all necessary tools to assist carpentry lead with any assignments at hand. Scenic Carpenters are not fabricators or construction workers. Scenic Carpenters will be required to be given direction and guidance of their tasks at hand. They will be skilled at carpentry but not responsible for any end all judgement calls.

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Stagehands - This position doesn’t require any immediate pro-duction skills, however, it does require an aptitude for learning and excellent listening skills. Stagehands will help out in all areas of the set-up, show, and tear down, as well as the unloading and loading of the trucks, running forklifts, operating spotlights, climbing to focus lights, moving backline on and off stage, and much more. Stagehands are the local labor force that makes the event possible in the short amount of time.

 

Truck Loader:

The Truck Loader is to unload trucks and load trucks.

 

Teleprompter:

Teleprompter Operators must have a good working knowledge of the language being used in the all live events, and must also be able to work with various individuals in the entertainment industry that have different speech patterns.

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Up-Rigger:

responsible for attaching all the hardware to the structure and ensuring it is in the right position.

 

Video Assist:

Video assist operators (VAOs) take the images generated by the film or digital cameras and display them on video monitors so the director and other crew members can see exactly what's been shot. These images are also recorded for playback, so the action can be reviewed after each take.

 

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