WABC Head Stagehand

Job ID 10112152 Location New York, New York, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Jan. 28, 2025

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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: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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About Disney Entertainment Television:

Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with WABC Television (New York), LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.

WABC Television (New York), LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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