Recent content by Jimmy Hendrix

Yeah, I was thinking of applying the next time they're accepting applicants. I heard it's difficult to get into local 33 and you have to work your way up be given a chance to take rigging training, but it's one avenue I'm thinking of trying. I'm also trying to get in with some of the local labor...

Hi John, I'm just north of L.A., in Glendale. Thank you, I appreciate it. I'm not familiar with a lot lighting companies besides ones like ELS and PRG. Can you suggest any of the smaller companies?

Hi, does anyone know any lighting companies or places in L.A. that would take on a novice? I know my conventional lights, how to hang and focus, read a light plot but not much knowledge about electricity, movers, maintenance, etc. I'd like to add to what I know about lighting through hands-on...

Hello, I'm a stagehand and my career goal is to become an rigger, especially an up-rigger. Does anyone know any rigging companies near Los Angeles or Orange County that would be willing to hire someone new and teach them through hands-on training? Are there other paths to become a rigger or...