Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Maxine Delaney

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

New to the rigging industry, I have accumulated eight months of casual working experience, alongside completing my rigging certificate (expected August 2025). Seeking further opportunities, either casually or part-time, to expand my skills, for example, in audio-visual rigging, and to gain experience in the entertainment and arts industry.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Entertainment Rigger

Showtech Australia
Braeside, VIC
10.2024 - Current
  • Inspect rigging equipment for any visible damage or defects prior to use.
  • Securely attach loads to rigging equipment using clamps, shackles, and other fasteners.
  • Tested lift motors prior to use to verify proper operation.
  • Operation of an automated winch for performers flying during aerial acts, with supervision and in communication with an advanced rigger.
  • Assistance with the setup of rigging systems for various corporate and arena events, including concerts by Stray Kidz, Travis Scott, Coldplay, and Pearl Jam.
  • Previous rigging jobs include the setup of Christmas decorations (MYER) and rigging for corporate events within Centrepiece.
  • Create a safe environment by adhering to all safety protocols and SWMS when doing any rigging operation.
  • Safe disassembling and correct storage of rigging equipment, following production.

Circus Trainer

NICA
Prahran, VIC
01.2022 - 01.2025
  • Safe rigging and derigging of aerial apparatuses used in classes, as per NICA's protocols and policies.
  • Created overall term plans and modified them as needed to progress students toward their goals.
  • Designed weekly plans, including a warm-up, skills progression, strength and conditioning, and creative play, all to enhance physical literacy and performance capacity.
  • Attended coaching clinics or workshops in order to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings to revise and practice rescue methods for aerial equipment.
  • Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
  • Followed safety protocols for reporting injuries sustained on NICA's premises.
  • Created an inclusive culture and environment within classes.
  • Provided individualised programs to students wanting more assistance with their training.

Education

Associate of Arts - Performing Arts

National Institute of Circus Arts
Melbourne, VIC
01-2022

Doctor of Physiotherapy - Health Sciences

Macquarie University
Sydney, NSW
07-2019

Certificate III Rigging - Entertainment Rigging

Multiskills
Geelong, VIC

Skills

  • Great communication and works well as part of a team or individually
  • Active listening and eager to learn from others in the field with experience
  • Reliable and efficient, once I am confident with a task
  • Clarification of procedures if unsure of anything
  • Positive attitude and inclusive nature
  • Adherence to safety processes is a high priority
  • Neat work systems
  • Values continual education and growth within the industry
  • Current first aid training

Certification

  • White card
  • Basic rigging
  • Dogging
  • Working at heights
  • Forklift
  • EWP (above 11 m)
  • Confined spaces
  • First Aid + CPR

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Entertainment Rigger

Showtech Australia
10.2024 - Current

Circus Trainer

NICA
01.2022 - 01.2025

Associate of Arts - Performing Arts

National Institute of Circus Arts

Doctor of Physiotherapy - Health Sciences

Macquarie University

Certificate III Rigging - Entertainment Rigging

Multiskills

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