Stagehand

Paramount•Chicago, IL

About The Position

WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture. IATSE Local 2 Staff Stagehand position filling regularly scheduled studio shifts. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Work directly with Directors, Producers, Talent, Maintenance Technicians and News staff to provide staging services during CBS/WBBM-TV local news productions for broadcast, social and streaming. Setting up and testing lighting and other television equipment, following Director’s instructions, assisting performers, guests, visitors and making adjustments to sets. Keeping the sets and stages clean between performances and removing any waste. Supporting company wide productions and events on and off site. Additional responsibilities to include but not limited to - Unloading materials and equipment from trucks Setting up lighting, props, microphones and other equipment Testing equipment to ensure it is in working order before filming or a performance Building and disassembling sets Assisting technicians with the operation of lighting, sound and video equipment Assisting performers and guests Operating curtains and quickly moving scenery and props during theatrical productions Running errands upon request CORE COMPETENCIES: (PER SECTION M OF CURRENT CBA): Stage electric, stage carpentry, property persons, spotlight operators and lighting operation and maintenance as required and directed. Knowledge of the basic parts of and operation techniques for lighting, sound and video equipment, including AR/VR environments preferred Physical ability to move heavy equipment from one location to another Problem-solving ability to troubleshoot issues with equipment• Interpersonal skills to interact positively with cast members, crew members, vendors and audience Ability to use tools needed to build and strike sets with ability to lift up to 75 lbs Strong oral communication skills to work with other crew members Ability to move quickly to change scenery and relocate props during scene changes Understanding of on-set and stage safety precautions including work on lifts and ladders. Shifts can include nights, weekends, early mornings and holidays. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Participation in Local 2 safety training and proven previous stage experience in live television and theatrical productions. CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

Requirements

Participation in Local 2 safety training and proven previous stage experience in live television and theatrical productions.
Physical ability to move heavy equipment from one location to another
Problem-solving ability to troubleshoot issues with equipment
Interpersonal skills to interact positively with cast members, crew members, vendors and audience
Ability to use tools needed to build and strike sets with ability to lift up to 75 lbs
Strong oral communication skills to work with other crew members
Ability to move quickly to change scenery and relocate props during scene changes
Understanding of on-set and stage safety precautions including work on lifts and ladders.
Shifts can include nights, weekends, early mornings and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the basic parts of and operation techniques for lighting, sound and video equipment, including AR/VR environments preferred

Responsibilities

Work directly with Directors, Producers, Talent, Maintenance Technicians and News staff to provide staging services during CBS/WBBM-TV local news productions for broadcast, social and streaming.
Setting up and testing lighting and other television equipment, following Director’s instructions, assisting performers, guests, visitors and making adjustments to sets.
Keeping the sets and stages clean between performances and removing any waste.
Supporting company wide productions and events on and off site.
Unloading materials and equipment from trucks
Setting up lighting, props, microphones and other equipment
Testing equipment to ensure it is in working order before filming or a performance
Building and disassembling sets
Assisting technicians with the operation of lighting, sound and video equipment
Assisting performers and guests
Operating curtains and quickly moving scenery and props during theatrical productions
Running errands upon request
Stage electric, stage carpentry, property persons, spotlight operators and lighting operation and maintenance as required and directed.

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
401(k) plan
life insurance coverage
disability benefits
tuition assistance program
PTO
Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
Generous paid time off.
An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.