WABC Head Stagehand Job at Walt Disney, New York, NY

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  • Walt Disney
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Job Summary:

Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. WABC-TV has been the leader in local news in the New York City area for more than 60 years. Producing more than 45 hours of live, local news and weather each week, Channel 7 “Eyewitness News” is the most-watched local news in New York and the United States. Quality news and programming, groundbreaking technology, and ongoing community outreach are the hallmarks of excellence that have consistently kept WABC-TV New York’s No. 1 station and the most-watched television station in the nation.

WABC is seeking a Head Stagehand to join our team of stagehands. The ideal candidate will have experience in stage production and a strong attention to detail.

This position is covered by the IATSE Local 1- ABC Television Network and WABC-TV collective bargaining agreement

Responsibilities:

  • Delivery, placement, and transportation of props, scenery, and equipment to and from the facilities of the company as covered under the collective bargaining agreement

  • Maintain, repair, and ensure proper handling of all prop/scenic elements, and operation of spotlights and other lighting units and devices (including digital lighting boards) used on set or in the studio in connection with television programming.

  • Collaborate with the other stagehands and production team members.

  • Consult with management regarding the supervision and assignment of the Local 1 crew

Required Qualifications & Skills:

  • A minimum of three years of experience working on a stage crew or in a broadcast studio.

  • Must have the ability to handle multiple priorities at once and ensure deadlines are being met on time.

  • Qualified applicants should have the flexibility to work early hours, weekends, and beyond scheduled out times when production dictates.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in live TV studio operations is preferred.

  • Theatrical production experience is helpful.

  • Experience operating Genie or Scissor lifts is preferred.

  • Familiarity with ETC lighting consoles or equivalent equipment is a plus.

  • Ability to lift and carry production equipment in and out of the studio

Required Education:

  • High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education:

  • A college degree, technical school certificate, and union-accredited training are preferred.

The pay rate for this IATSE Local 1 role in New York is $1695.47 per week. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit:

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