StageForce Recruiting by Chicago Stagehand Services LLC

Permanent Talent Placement for Theatre, AV, and Production Companies Nationwide

Backstage. Behind the scenes. Built for performance.
We place elite production professionals across the entertainment industry — from theatres to touring AV to corporate show tech in Chicago or across the nation.

What We Do

We specialize in sourcing and placing:

  • 🎭 Stage Managers, Technical Directors, Production Managers

  • 🔊 Audio Engineers (A1/A2), RF Techs

  • 💡 Lighting Designers, Programmers (ETC, GrandMA)

  • 🏗 Riggers, Flymen, Loadmasters

  • 🎬 Video Techs, LED Wall Operators

  • 🎟 Front-of-House & Admin Staff

Why StageForce?

🎯 Industry Expertise – We’ve lived it. We know what a great tech looks like.

  1. ⚙️ Vetted Talent Pipeline – Every candidate is reviewed by live event pros.

  2. 🛠 Custom Placement Plans – One role or a full department, we scale to your needs.

  3. 💼 60-Day Replacement Guarantee – Risk-free recruitment that works.

Who We Serve

  • Regional and Broadway-level Theatres

  • Touring AV & Production Companies

  • Corporate Production Firms

  • Lighting & Sound Vendors

  • Arts Organizations and Festivals

Need Talent Now?

Need Talent You Can Trust?
Whether you're hiring a stage manager, audio tech, lighting programmer, or an entire backstage crew — StageForce Recruiting by Chicago Stagehand Services is here to help.

🛠 Tell us what you need, and we’ll handle the rest.
Fill out the form below and a member of our placement team will reach out within 1 business day to begin matching you with vetted professionals.

🎯 Fast. Reliable. Industry-Experienced.
No guesswork. No endless interviews. Just the right crew, ready to perform.