Stage Technician

A Stage Technician helps out with multiple jobs during a stage production or performance. You might position or operate lighting or sound equipment such as microphones or spotlights, or you may assist with camera or transmitter equipment. Stage Technicians might position props or other items on stage or ensure they are ready for actors or performers when needed.

Stage Technicians should be flexible and ready to handle whatever task they are assigned. You’ll need to be skilled in a range of different equipment and be able to work well in a team environment. Stage Technicians should be very organised and able to follow a production schedule. It’s important that you can communicate well and follow directions.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $56,472
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a stage technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CUA50420

Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services

Blended, On Campus
6 - 18 months
$0 - $26,340
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA30420

Certificate III in Live Production and Technical Services

On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $2,057
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA20620

Certificate II in Music

On Campus, Traineeship
4 - 12 months
$0 - $3,020
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Musician Performer Stage Technician Disc Jockey + 1 more
CUA31020

Certificate III in Screen and Media (Film & Television)

On Campus
6 months
$2,606
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
22598VIC

Diploma of Theatre Arts

On Campus
12 months
$21,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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