PT Production Stage Manager/Grip

Nexstar Media; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

KTLA in Los Angeles seeks a Part-time Production Stage Manager/Grip to oversee live studio productions and stage operations.

You will manage run-of-show, coordinate props and set changes, and collaborate with producers, directors, and control-room staff to ensure smooth live broadcasts. Eligible candidates are IATSE members or willing to join, with 3–5 years of live TV experience and strong leadership skills. On-site, varied shifts, $50.35 hourly.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of live television stage management experience
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Must be able to lead and motivate crew under pressure
• Strong understanding of video/audio production basics
• Working knowledge of News operating systems including ENPS a plus
• Microsoft Office/Outlook proficiency
• Prop and grip experience a must
• Must be a member of IATSE or willing to join
• Willing to work varied shifts including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Stage manage daily live newscasts and other productions, including events and specials.
• Execute run of show on stage with cues, props, and talent positioning.
• Oversee staging logistics on and off camera.
• Coordinate with crew to set up staging areas before live broadcasts.
• Review facilities sheets; confirm props and set elements with producers.
• Meet daily with producers/directors to verify staging needs for upcoming segments.
• Communicate with Control Room staff and update logistics in real time.
• Organize all set changes including props and furnishings.
• Ensure studio is prepped for live or breaking news at a moment's notice.

Skills

Stage management

Leadership

Communication

Decision making under pressure

Tools

ENPS

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

PART-TIME Production STAGE MANAGER / GRIP

DEPARTMENT: PRODUCTION

REPORTS TO: PRODUCTION MANAGER

DUTIES:

• Stage Manage daily newscasts and other original productions, including Special Events, Creative Services, Sales and Client productions.
• Responsible for run of show on stage, during telecast, including production cues, set changes, placement of props and talent positions.
• Responsible for all staging logistics on and off camera.
• Work with crew to set up staging areas prior to live broadcasts.
• Review all Facilities Sheets and communicate with producers to confirm props, set elements and staging requirements for studio produced segments.
• Meet daily with producers and directors and verify staging requirements for upcoming segments. Identify production elements including props and set elements.
• Communicate directly with Control Room producers and directors, and update production logistics in real time to studio crew.
• Organize and supervise all set changes including props and furnishings.
• Ensure the News production studio is prepped for live broadcast and breaking news at a moment's notice.
• Responsible for maintaining production staging areas for on-air presentation. Including set elements, dressings, flooring, and furnishings.
• Contributes to all areas of studio support operations and maintaining a safe workspace. Including storage systems, supplies inventory, set maintenance, props, lighting, fire aisles, identifying and reporting trip hazards, and maintaining a safe workspace.
• Work with the Lighting team to maintain accurate and up to date stage marks.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Three to five years professional experience in live television stage management and grip.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Must be an effective leader and be able to motivate people.
• Needs to work well under the pressure of a live broadcast.
• Should have a strong fundamental understanding of video and audio production equipment and capabilities.
• Working knowledge of News operating systems including ENPS a plus.
• Computer skills should also include Microsoft Office/Outlook experience.
• Must be able to make quick decisions and give accurate instructions to stage personnel during live broadcasts.
• Prop and grip experience a must.
• Must work well as a member of a team and be able to be a competent team leader.
• Must be a member of IATSE or willing to join.
• Applicant must be willing to work varied shifts which may include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

AVAILABLE: Immediately.

Compensation: $50.35 hourly

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.

KTLA will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance.

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UNION POSITION: This position is represented by IATSE and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. The successful candidate will need to be a member of IATSE or willing to join.