Insomniac - Beyond Wonderland Chicago 2026 Seasonal Production Runner
About The Position
WHO ARE YOU? Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at running tasks? Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the live event space. Is this you? Read on… WHO ARE WE? Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority. Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac’s events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company’s premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993. THE ROLE Insomniac is seeking a highly motivated and proactive Production Runner to support the responsibilities of Insomniac’s Back of House Department. This position reports to the Back of House Manager. This is not a remote position.
Requirements
- 21 years of age or older
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record and fully insured
- Safe driving habits a must
- Operational cell phone
- Friendly and personable, works well with others but also able to work independently
- Punctual, reliable, responsible, professional and courteous
- Able to work a long day (typical show day runs anywhere to 10 to 18 hours)
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Provide transportation for various personnel throughout the show day, such as hotel and airport pickups and drop offs using either personal car or company-provided vehicle
- Run errands such as department meals, laundry, grocery shopping, package delivery, equipment rentals, coffee runs, etc.
- Coordinate large take-out orders with local restaurants, purchasing, retrieving, and distributing to touring personnel
- Coordinate large shopping lists from local grocery stores, deliver to the venue
- Assist production staff with general production-related duties
- Maintain cash and receipts for expense reimbursement and reconciliation
- Provide local area information to touring staff
- Pick up and drop off company-rented 15-passenger and cargo vans
- Light administrative duties such as making copies, posting signs and cash reconciliation
- Confidentiality is very critical to the role
- Various special projects and tasks assigned
Benefits
- generous vacation
- healthcare
- retirement benefits
- student loan repayment
- tuition reimbursement
- six months of paid caregiver leave for new parents including fostering and perks like Roadie Babies helping new parents care for their babies on work trips
- access to free live events through our exclusive employee ticketing program
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
