Free Stagehand Rigger
Service Agreement
One slipped shackle or a dead motor can bury you in a lawsuit that’ll strip your bank account and take your house. Without a signed paper, you’re just a fall guy waiting for the floor to drop out when the load shifts.
Pro Contractor Tip
Include a strict 'Limitation of Liability' clause to ensure you aren't held personally responsible for the failure of house-provided rigging points or gear.
Why use a written agreement?
Handshake deals are risky. As a Stagehand Rigger, "scope creep" is your biggest enemy. A clear agreement ensures everyone agrees on the deliverables before money changes hands.
🛡️ What this template covers:
- ✓Deliverables List
- ✓Payment Terms
- ✓IP Rights
- ✓Revision Limits
- ✓Cancellation Policy
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REF: 2026-0011. Project Background
This Agreement is entered into by and between the Client and the Contractor. The Client wishes to engage the Contractor for professional Stagehand Rigger services.
2. Scope of Services
The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables:
- Chalking and marking floor points per plot
- Installation of ceiling pick points and bridles
- Hoisting and securing chain motors
- Assembly and flying of lighting and audio truss
- Pre-show safety inspection of all overhead hardware
- Striking and packing of rigging gear post-event
3. Performance Standards
The Contractor agrees to perform the Stagehand Rigger services in a professional manner, using the degree of skill and care that is required by current industry standards.
TERMS & CONDITIONS (Summary):
1. Payment: 50% Deposit required.
2. Copyright: Rights transfer to Client upon full payment.
Disclaimer: This template is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if the Production Manager adds ten more points while I'm already in the steel?
You pull out the 'Scope of Work' section of your contract and tell them extra points require a signed change order and an additional labor fee; if it ain't on the paper, the chains don't move.
The show got rained out after I spent six hours hanging the rig—do I still get my full check?
Only if you have a 'Kill Fee' or 'Cancellation' clause that specifies 100% payment is due if the cancellation happens within 24 hours of the call time.
How do I deal with a client who 'forgot' the checkbook on load-out night?
Your contract should state 'Payment Due Upon Strike' with a daily late fee; having that written agreement makes it a debt they can't ignore rather than just a favor they forgot.