Insomniac - Escape Halloween 2025 Seasonal Tent Installer - Experience Laborer

THE ROLE

Insomniac is looking for an enthusiastic laborer to provide detail-oriented support in creating tent structures around the festival. Tent Installer - Experience Laborer will work with a small team to install tent walls, lighting gels and small signage throughout the festival, followed by the breakdown of these elements post event. This position reports to the Food & Beverage Project Manager and the Food & Beverage Operations Lead.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support a small team to install 10’ x10’ and 10’ x 5’ tent wall panels throughout the festival grounds

• Install pony wall (half wall) tent hardware and branded vinyl pony walls across the front of all tents across the festival

• Follow the provided layout of elaborate festival brands and install the wall designs, sizes and light colors to match accordingly

• Systematically identify and transport the correct wall designs from the central compound to designated festival areas

• Apply lighting gel to designated tents as specified in the provided lighting plan

• Install small signage on festival tents as required

• Build and place freestanding signage stands as required

• Set up tables, chairs and pop up tents as required

• Will frequently climb ladders while simultaneously using other tools

• Will be expected to clean up all loose pieces during the installation and tear down (cut and clean up zip ties)

• Execute tasks according to instructions provided by the Operations Lead; flexibility to shift between responsibilities as needed throughout the day is a must

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, ensuring all company tools and equipment are accounted for and properly handled

• Track and document inventory moving in and out of the compound using the provided labeling and organization systems.

• Efficiently dismantle and remove all installation materials, including zip ties, tie lines, tent walls, and pony walls, with care

• Clean, fold, and organize vinyl materials post-removal while keeping accurate inventory records

• Safely lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights using ladders as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year experience with working on festival crews or production environment preferred but not required

• Ability to read a festival floor plan or CAD map preferred

• Ability to distinguish between various intricate designs and pattern-match

• Environmentally aware to clean up any trash left behind

• Familiarity with Google Sheets

• Ability to work with a small team

• Quick use of a zip ties, bungee balls, tie strings and snips

• Ability to stay neat and organized

• Heavy equipment (scissor lift, fork lift) certifications preferred but not required

• OSHA 10 certification required by start date

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments

• May work in drastic temperature climates on site at our events

• Must be willing travel to work events during evening, holidays and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.