Stagehand (PT)

NATURE AND SCOPE:

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.

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

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. Experience in news at major market is a plus. Must have good organizational and communication (verbal and written) skills. Must be able to lift to 60 lbs

COMPLEXITY

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.

Hourly rate: $41.78

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.