Staging L2

Insignia Event Services, LLC (Glendale, AZ)     

Position: Staging L2 - Part Time/Hourly  

Reports To: Production Manager  

Background:  

Insignia Event Services is a leading event solutions provider, directly affiliated with the Arizona Cardinals, proudly producing all events at State Farm Stadium, including Arizona Cardinals home games. Complementing the events at State Farm Stadium, Insignia Event Services exclusively manages Sportsman’s Park and Heritage at Sportsman’s Park, offering flexible venues for everything from pre-game activities and tailgating to concerts, festivals, corporate events, and graduations. Our services range from full-service event production, staging, and equipment rental to live presentation and transportation logistics, making us a trusted partner for exceptional events in Arizona.  

Guided by The Insignia Way, we are committed to creating meaningful and memorable experiences through integrity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.  

Job Summary:  

The Staging L2 supports the setup, operation, programming, and maintenance of lighting systems for Arizona Cardinals home games, major Insignia Event Services events, and State Farm Stadium productions. This role serves as an advanced member of the lighting team, responsible for operating lighting control systems, assisting with lighting design execution, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring lighting systems perform safely and reliably throughout live events and productions. 

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically proficient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced live event environment. This individual demonstrates strong problem-solving skills, maintains a high standard of professionalism, and works collaboratively with production staff to deliver exceptional event experiences. 

Primary Responsibilities:  

• Program, operate, and maintain lighting control consoles and related systems, including MA, Hog, ETC, and other industry-standard platforms 

• Execute lighting plots, cue stacks, and programmed looks for live events, sporting events, concerts, and corporate productions 

• Install, configure, address, and test intelligent lighting fixtures, dimming systems, and control networks 

• Troubleshoot lighting, networking, and control system issues before, during, and after events to minimize downtime 

• Assist in the setup, focus, operation, and strike of lighting systems and production equipment 

• Coordinate with fellow technicians to ensure successful event execution 

• Perform routine inspections, testing, and preventative maintenance on lighting equipment 

• Maintain accurate equipment inventory and communicate repair or replacement needs 

• Operate work areas in a safe, clean, and organized manner while adhering to all safety policies and procedures 

• Support team success by stepping in where needed and maintaining a collaborative, team-first approach to execution 

• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications/Requirements:  

• Previous experience in live event, theatrical, broadcast, concert, or sports production lighting preferred 

• Demonstrated experience programming and operating professional lighting control systems, including MA, Hog, ETC, or similar platforms 

• Experience installing, addressing, focusing, and troubleshooting conventional and intelligent lighting fixtures 

• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues under time-sensitive event conditions 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously 

• Effective verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with production teams, clients, and venue personnel 

• Ability to read and interpret lighting plots, patch sheets, and technical documentation 

• Ability to follow safety policies, procedures, and operational standards 

• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure live production environment 

• A team player who cares about the team's success and contributes to a positive team environment 

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:  

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical labor for extended periods  

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation  

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions  

• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended event hours  

All offers of employment at Insignia Event Services are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.  

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.