Stagehand (per diem)

Paramount Global PURPOSE OF POSITION: IATSE Local 2Per Diem Stagehand position filling studio shifts for scheduled productions, vacation relief, special projects, daily and weekly coverage as needed. 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. Responsibilities include 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. Other duties as assigned. 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: 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.