Stagehand (PT)

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.•New York, NY

1d•$42•Onsite

About The Position

WPIX-11 is looking for a part-time I.A.T.S.E. local 1 represented stagehand to work within a fast-paced News/Production content creation environment. This position will act as stagehand in our PIX11 studios.

Requirements

Applicant must be willing to work varied shifts which may include: mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.
Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 2 to 5 years‑progressive experience working within broadcast industry.
Must have good organizational and communication (verbal and written) skills.
Must be able to lift to 60 lbs

Nice To Haves

Experience in news at major market is a plus.
The ideal candidate must be able to excel in a fast-paced environment, work well under pressure and be solution-oriented.
Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to follow up are a critical component of this role.

Responsibilities

Performs the Load-in, changeover/show-call and load-out of band and rental equipment
Uses proper safety protocols with all related aspects to rigging and loading
Operate lighting board
Responsible for hanging show backdrops, building stage risers
Assist in clearing and setting the staging
Maintain curtains, drapes, risers, and other staging items
Assist lighting fixtures, lambs, and cabling.
Move and rearrange furniture
Unload and set up road cases
Perform spotlight operation during shows
Scenic - set and clear scenery
Clean and maintain the studio set