Rupert Sherston
Credits
Year | Job Title Project Type |
Project Name Director / Company |
Location |
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2014 |
Freelance Rigger & Load Cell Technician
Event |
Tours & Installs Load Cell Rental |
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2014 |
Freelance Rigger
Event |
Arenas, Exhibitions & Events Outback Rigging |
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2014 |
Head Rigger
Event |
Spider Arcadia - TPi Award Winners 2014 |
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2014 |
Acrobatic Rigger
Theatre |
Circus & Theatre Shows The Invisible Circus |
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2014 |
Acroatic Rigger
Event |
Labyrinth, Bianco NoFit State Circus |
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2014 |
Freelance Rigger
Event |
TV, Festivals & Conferences Roadrunner Rigging |
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2013 |
Head Rigger
Theatre |
40th UAE National Day, Dhoom 3, No Sweat Generating Company |
Education
Year | Qualification | Where |
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2014 | NRC Level 2 | PLASA |
Equipment
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About me
Rigger and automation operator with experience in most aspects of rigging in the entertainment industry: Arena, Staging, Theatre, Film & TV, Conference, Circus and Performer Flying.I have a broad knowledge of different equipment and its applications. I can design and install rigging solutions that conform to legislation and the high demands of the job. As a rigger I’m used to performing a wide number of tasks and a typical day could include anything from: building stages out of truss or scaffolding (tube and fitting or system), putting up ground supports, assembling lifting gear and pulling points - to calculating loads, managing a fit up and designing flying effects... with a lot of driving in between.
Automation was a natural progression from rigging. I’ve worked on a number of platforms including: Kinesys (K2 and Vector), Stage Tech (eChameleon), and JD Automation (Autocue). I’m able to use my experience and understanding of the live show environment to clearly communicate what needs to happen for fast, safe and accurate programming.
I'm AutoCAD literate – although not a 3D modeling expert. I am also familiar with Sketch Up software.
I mainly work in the UK but have worked abroad in Europe, the Middle East, India and the USA both as part and in charge of small to large crews.
Industry awards:
NRC Level 2 (Registered Level 3 - PLASA
Slinger/Signaller - CITB
Scissor Lift & MEWP - IPAF
LoadGuard Chain Hoist: Maintenance & Operation - Lift Turn Move Ltd
First Aid at Work - Avon Training
PLI to £10,000,000 - Doodson Broking
Latchway's Inducted - Eurosafe Solutions Ltd
Referees:
Paul Cockle
Executive Producer & Managing Director The Generating Company
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Bertie Cole
Technical Director
Arcadia
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License & Passport
Driver's License: | Yes |
Skills
Secondary Job Title | Automation Technician |
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Job Titles | Rigger, Automation / Flying |
Years in industry | 6+ years |
Organisations / Memberships | BECTU (UK) |
Work Permits | EU, USA |