Scenic Installer

Overview

InProduction is the leading provider of temporary seating, staging, structures, and scenic production for the U.S. live events industry. The company partners with event organizers throughout venue transformation, offering design and fabrication, delivery and installation, on‑site execution, and tear down for a range of events including golf, motorsports, music festivals, sports & entertainment, and corporate events.

We are backed by ZMC, a leading private equity firm with expertise in media and communications. By collaborating with management teams, ZMC drives operational value creation and has a strong track record of adding value to portfolio companies.

Position:
Scenic Installer – responsible for working with project managers, the installation team, and shop staff to prep, tech, and safely install staging, drape, scenery, and light rigging nationwide. Scenic installers handle small‑to‑medium scale shows and jobs, while large scale projects are supervised by a Lead Scenic Installer.

• Install, teardown scenery, staging, carpentry, flooring, drape, and other staging elements in indoor and outdoor venues.
• Lead and instruct local labor to install and strike staging and scenery.
• Work under Lead Scenic Installers on large scale projects.
• Prep, tech, and label all scenic pieces at the shop prior to shipping.
• Collaborate with shop foreman and project manager to understand drawings and deliverables.
• Safely deliver, unload, and load trucks with staging gear and elements.
• Read stage layouts, scenic specifications, and blueprints.
• Prep and pack tools and equipment needed for onsite work.
• Check load lists and pull lists with the Project Management team.
• Assemble scenery, walls, SEG frames, staging, and drape using hand and power tools onsite.
• Operate with passion, respect, integrity, dedication, accountability, and empowerment.
• Maintain tools, materials, equipment, and supplies used in technical production.
• Work with clients, production carpenters, and technical directors to modify scenic elements as needed.
• Ensure appropriate safety measures are followed, including wearing and using safety equipment.
• Uphold company safety standards and ensure client satisfaction in relation to the quality of service and finished product within planned time schedules.
• Keep up with tools and gear onsite and lock up tools at end of day.
• Clean and prepare construction sites, including removing debris and materials.
• Other duties as required.

• 1‑2 years of experience as scenic installer, stagehand, or shop carpenter.
• High school diploma required; associate or technical degree in Technical Theatre, Construction, or related field preferred.
• Up to 75% travel; occasional international travel.
• Able to lift and carry 75 pounds repeatedly.
• Basic construction skills, carpentry, staging, rigging, and truck loading essential.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 a plus.
• Candidates must be 18 years of age or older.
• Self‑motivated and able to manage time well.
• Valid United States Driver’s License preferred.

• Hourly rate commensurate with experience.
• Overtime available.
• Hotels, travel, and per diem paid by InProduction.

• Proactive approach to problem solving.
• Strong relationship and people management skills.
• Drive to grow and evolve within the company.
• Self‑motivated and able to manage time well.
• Excellent communication and teamwork across the country.

• Work in fabrication shops, convention centers, hotels, outdoors, and other venues.
• Exposure to noise, moving machinery, marked changes in temperature/humidity, and dust.
• Safety clothing and equipment required.

• Full‑time hourly position.
• Overtime pay.
• Single hotel room on the road.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) program with company match.