1. Look for experience and eagerness to learn

A good stagehand doesn’t always need years of experience but should be able to adapt quickly and be willing to learn. Experience brings calm and efficiency, eagerness brings energy and flexibility. The best crews combine both.

2. Focus on team spirit

Stagehands rarely work alone. An event is built together, often under pressure. That’s why you need people for whom collaboration comes naturally, who think along and support one another. Team spirit makes the difference between chaos and flow.

3. Prioritise physical and mental fitness

Stagehand work is physical: rolling flightcases, setting up signage, carrying equipment. But it also requires focus, discipline and perseverance. The right stagehands combine strength with sharpness, ensuring the work is done safely and efficiently.

4. Match the right expertise

Not every event requires the same skills. At a conference, the focus is on logistics and room set-up; at a concert, it’s more about light, sound and stage changes. Make sure your stagehands match the specific needs of your project, it will boost both quality and speed.

5. Choose a partner that offers more than crew

The greatest certainty comes from working with a partner who goes beyond just manpower. At Beyond the Stage, the stagehand division of Beyond Mars, we don’t just select the right profiles, we also provide training, guidance and a community you can rely on. That way, every crew is ready to make your event run flawlessly.

Looking for stagehands who will make your event shine? Discover Beyond the Stage and get in touch with us.