For a lot of our crew, this journey is a stepping stone in the industry to something far greater. Read their stories below and found out more about joining 24/7 Event Crew.
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For a lot of our crew, this journey is a stepping stone in the industry to something far greater. There have been many examples of great crew proving their excellence in the presence of tour members, managers and building bonds with those we work for. For us it’s a doubled edged sword. We have great crew that impress the team they are working with and set an example for our other crew to follow, however this leads to outside opportunities for them to travel and work for other people. Whilst we are very proud of our amazing crew, these are some standouts that have made the leap and gained outside experience. Please read their stories below.
Paul is one of our most loyal and hardworking team members. Since joining us 20 years ago, he’s risen through the ranks from crew to senior crew chief. These days, Paul plays more of a parental role within the team — offering guidance, support, and a steady hand. He oversees operations at Cardiff’s Utilita Arena during the winter months and leads site teams on our biggest shows throughout the summer.
“After leaving school, I spent 14 years working in tyre fitting. Eventually, I got the chance to join Gig and Go, where I worked as a stagehand for around 8 or 9 years. That led me to Rock City—I was building the stage for the Rolling Stones at the Millennium Stadium when I was offered a role with them.
I’d already been helping out at festivals like Download and Camp Bestival, mainly doing signage. In 2004, I officially started with Rock City and worked my way up through the ranks to become an experienced crew chief.
What’s kept me here all these years is the company itself—and the crew. I’ve always enjoyed training people up and passing on what I’ve learned. I love the buzz of the job, especially with the variety of shows, clients, and setups we get to work on. The company’s been loyal to me, and I’m a people person through and through. It’s rewarding seeing crew and clients grow, and reconnecting with them further down the line.”
“Jack joined us back in 2010 and quickly proved himself to be a hardworking and dedicated member of the crew. Over the years, his commitment allowed him to develop a wide range of skills, firmly embedding himself within the company. He used that experience to impress touring technicians, eventually landing a coveted spot on the Iron Maiden tour — and he hasn’t looked back since! Despite his success, credit to his work ethic, he still returns for the occasional load-in whenever he’s home.”
“After leaving school, I went straight into Glamorgan University to study a four-year events course. During this time, I joined a local crew company called Rock City operating out of Cardiff, initially for extra money I soon became engrossed in the multiple aspects of live events Rock City crewed. Work varied from local production work during term and working as site crew on various festivals during the summer. After graduating I worked for Rock City full time, picking up a tour as set carpenter with Arcade of Fire in 2017 by a contact I picked up whilst working. 5 years later, I have covered three European tours and two world tours.”
When off tour, I still work on the local crew in Cardiff and on the festivals I love. As a way in to the events industry I can’t think of a better path.”
“Tom started with us as a fresh-faced 18-year-old student, simply looking for part-time work. Through consistent hard work and a strong desire to learn, he gradually carved out his place in the company. He became an integral part of our site teams, eventually heading out on the road to lead the signage crew. Today, he’s one of our three certified forklift instructors — a true example of growth through dedication.”
“I joined the company at 18, originally pursuing a career in graphic design. I had no idea at the time just how much this job would shape my life over the next ten years. It became more than just work — it became a lifestyle. The ever-changing nature of 24/7 operations means things never get dull, and there’s always something new around the corner to keep me engaged.”
Oscar joined us and quickly became a key part of our core teams. He built strong relationships with both crew and clients, becoming an integral member of our house venue teams in Cardiff and Swansea. It wasn’t long before he was snapped up to join our festival site teams, where he thrived. More recently, Oscar has joined our Saudi Arabia crew and is now one of our many trusted climbers.
“Since finishing my second stint of education in 2020 and falling once again into the working world, my part-time role as a barista ended prematurely when I stumbled into a career in events.
After tirelessly juggling both my hospitality role and my newfound crewing position, I decided in the winter of 2021 to pack up the apron and commit fully to the ever-changing world of live events.
The last four years have been a crash course in all things live and loud. I’ve worked across the UK and abroad, helping to deliver countless shows — both indoor and outdoor.
Throughout the summer, I spend most of my time at festival sites, building infrastructure and helping to create safe, recreational spaces for hundreds of thousands of partygoers. (Places such as Download, Creamfields, Boardmasters, and many others.)
Most recently, I’ve been fortunate enough to travel to cities like Jeddah and Riyadh across the Middle East, using my experience to support the production of Formula One, Formula E, and the record-breaking SoundStorm festival. I couldn’t recommend a career in events enough — and 24/7 Events made that possible for me.”
Jake joined us while studying aerospace engineering at university in Bristol, looking for part-time work to support his student lifestyle. He quickly discovered how convenient the job was for hardworking students, thanks to our crew app — which lets you pick shifts that fit around your schedule. Over the years, Jake’s dedication earned him a spot on our busy summer crews, where he got to travel and work at festivals across the country.
“I’m a third-year aerospace engineering student at UWE, and I’ve worked festivals like Love Supreme, Boomtown, and Summer Sessions. I haven’t worked a “normal” shift in months — and I’ve got zero guilt! The freedom is unbeatable, especially with shifts ranging from 2 to 12 hours. Plus, my stories are way better than the average uni job. Everyone I know stacks shelves, sells clothes, or serves drinks.
Working with 24/7 is genuinely fulfilling. You get to be behind the scenes at events of all sizes and play a real part in making them happen. The variety is what makes it — every shift, my housemates ask where I was, what I did, and who I worked for. Sometimes I even come home with merch: band tees, drumsticks, guitar picks… uni students love free stuff, so I’m not complaining!
I’ve worked shows for Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Madness, Coldplay, Fatboy Slim, and loads more. I’ve discovered new artists and had the bragging rights of working gigs my mates were dying to attend. Top highlight? Boomtown VIP site crew — unreal experience.”
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