Stagehand (per diem)

Job description

PURPOSE OF POSITION: IATSE Local 2 Per 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 - CORE COMPETENCIES: Stage electric, stage carpentry, property persons, spotlight operators and lighting operation and maintenance as required and directed. 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 t...