Stagehand

HEARST STATIONS INC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

WTAE-TV, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, PA, is hiring a part-time Broadcast Production Assistant. You will be part of our production crew, operating the teleprompter for live broadcasts and post‑production, ensuring successful broadcasts, and reporting to the News Operations Manager.

Responsibilities include moving props, operating production equipment, lighting setup, and assisting directors. In‑person attendance and ability to work under time pressures are required, with union membership or

Qualifications

• Must handle stresses and pressures of time-sensitive production.
• In‑person attendance required.
• Membership or willingness to join IATSE Local #3 with initiation fee and dues.

Responsibilities

• Move and handle props and sets during productions.
• Operate teleprompter and related equipment for live broadcasts and post‑production.
• Assist directors and crew to ensure smooth production.

Skills

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Adaptability

Tools

Teleprompter

Job description

WTAE-TV, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, PA has an opening for a part‑time Broadcast Production Assistant. We are looking for a team player who understands the flexible schedule that the broadcast industry requires to join our production crew. You will be responsible for operating teleprompter related to live broadcasts and post-production. You will work to guarantee a successful broadcast is produced. You will report to the News Operations Manager.

Responsibilities

• Move and handle props and sets during productions
• Construction, maintenance, installation and operation of props, cameras, prompters, sets and other production equipment
• Lighting and script preparation for newscasts
• Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors
• Climb ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures on the grid
• Assist the directors

Requirements

• Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
• Related military experience will be considered
• Must be a member of the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stage Employees union Local #3 or be willing to join the union by tendering initiation fee and monthly dues as required by I.A.T.S.E, Local #3 to maintain employment.
• In‑person attendance is required

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.