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.