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
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or minimum 2 to 5 years progressive experience in broadcast industry
- Experience in news at major market
- Good organizational and communication skills
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs
What We Do
Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions. In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers. From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
