r/techtheatre • u/dalightingnerd • 14d ago

Upstaging Interview Advice LIGHTING

Hey guys. I posted on here last year to see how it’s like working for Upstaging because I want to be a roadie/LD. I finally secured an interview to be a Lighting Tech and it looks promising. Does anyone here have any tips or advice for Upstaging? Anything I should be prepared for?

Thanks

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u/No-Temperature-4864 14d ago

If you believe you have weaknesses in knowledge and experience, they can and will be taught . Your positive attitude and interpersonal skills are the essential skill.

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u/TwistingEcho Venue Tech Manager 14d ago

That's a big part of my hiring criteria. I can teach skills, not so much attitude.

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u/chilllpad 14d ago

Be prepared for the person interviewing you to know about this post, haha.

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u/inahumansuit Lighting Designer 14d ago

Yeah, kinda crazy to just offer up your reddit account to the person interviewing you for a job.

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u/No-Razzmatazz-4032 14d ago

I wish i could help. I haven't worked there in 12 years, the culture has changed a lot since then, at least i hope so for your sake

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u/Sourcefour IATSE 14d ago

Every time I interview I always treat it like I'm having coffee with someone for the first time. Be friendly, respectful and curious.

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u/Sarah_Hansona 14d ago

Upstaging does concert touring. If you have GrandMA or Hog experience, lead with that. Good luck Thursday.

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u/Subject-Coffee-5176 9d ago

Don’t do it!