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Stagehands, booked in minutes.

W-2 stagehands for events jobs of every size. Background-checked, insured and briefed before they arrive, with a live dispatcher behind every shift.

All-in from $31/hr*Typical pay $19.50$27.50/hr* Events

The job

What our stagehands do.

The core duties. Add anything specific to your site on the order and we brief the worker before the shift.

01Move and set staging, lighting and audio gear
02Run cables and assist technicians
03Load out safely after the show

Certifications

No special license is usually required for this role. If your site needs one, such as a food handler card or a site orientation, add it to the order and we'll match workers who have it.

Every worker

  • W-2 employee of Crew Staffing Pros
  • Covered by our workers' comp
  • Background-checked
  • Safety orientation before first shift

Pay and rates

Both numbers, out in the open.

Workers see their pay before they accept a shift. You see the indicative all-in rate before you book. The difference covers everything it takes to put a stagehand on your site legally and safely.

Worker payHourly pay, paid next day
Taxes and compPayroll taxes, workers' comp and liability insurance
ScreeningBackground checks and certification checks
DispatchLive dispatch line, replacements and support

Typical worker pay

per hour

$19.50$27.50

Indicative all-in rate

what you pay per hour

$31$34

Estimates. Worker pay is a typical U.S. range based on public wage data; local pay varies. The all-in rate covers pay, payroll taxes, workers' comp, insurance, screening and dispatch, and is confirmed by your dispatcher for your city, shift and certifications.

Order checklist

What to include in your order.

Put these on the order and your stagehands arrive dressed, equipped and knowing where to go. It takes two minutes and saves an hour on site.

1Technical leadWho runs the call, gear being moved and any rigging restrictions
2Dress codeColors, branded shirts supplied or not, footwear
3Call time and locationWhere to check in, and call time vs. doors
4CredentialsCredential deadlines and badge pickup point
5Parking or transportStaff lot, shuttle or group transport meeting point
6Posts and zonesHeadcount by zone or position, and any radio channels
7Meals and breaksBreak schedule and whether meals are provided on long days

Our order form has a field for attire, PPE and tools, and one for duties, parking and your on-site contact.

FAQ

Stagehand staffing questions.

More in our full FAQ.

Our indicative all-in rate for a stagehand is about $31–$34 per hour. That covers the worker's pay, payroll taxes, workers' comp, insurance, screening and dispatch. It's an estimate: your dispatcher confirms the exact rate for your city, shift and certifications before you book.

A typical U.S. range is about $19.50–$27.50 per hour. This is an estimate based on public wage data; local pay varies by city and shift. The pay for each shift is shown before you accept it.

Many orders are filled the same day or next day, especially in metros with an active crew. Put your start time on the order and a dispatcher will confirm what we can deliver before you commit.

This role usually needs no special license. If your site requires something specific, such as a food handler card or a safety orientation, add it to the order and we'll match workers who have it.

Every worker is a W-2 employee of Crew Staffing Pros, background-checked and covered by our workers' compensation. You don't take on the classification risk that comes with 1099 gig apps.

Apply online or text us at (800) 000-0000. No resume needed. Once you're approved you can pick events shifts that fit your schedule and get next-day pay.

Need stagehands? Let's go.

Tell us what you need and get an all-in estimate in under a minute.

Or call dispatch: (800) 000-0000

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