WABC Head Stagehand

The Walt Disney Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a major entertainment network in NYC as a Head Stagehand, responsible for key aspects of stage production for live broadcasts. Utilize your technical skills in a dynamic environment while ensuring the highest standard of broadcast quality, working closely with a talented production team.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Financial benefits

Bonus potential

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years on stage crew or in a broadcast studio.
• Flexibility to work various hours including early morning and weekends.
• Experience in live TV studio operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participates in construction, installation, and teardown of sets.
• Operates production automation systems for live broadcasts.
• Collaborates closely with other stagehands and production teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

ETC lighting consoles

Genie or Scissor lifts

Job description

WABC Head Stagehand

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10121704 Location New York, New York, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted5月. 20, 2025

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.

This position is covered by the IATSE Local 1- ABCTelevision Networkand WABC-TV collective bargaining agreement.

Role Summary:

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.

Responsibilities:

• Participates in the construction, installation, and teardown of sets for both regular programming and special productions. Collaborate with art department, designers, and engineers on custom scenic solutions.
• Operates the studio’s production automation systems, working closely with technical directors and control room staff to synchronize lighting, scenic elements, and effects for seamless on-air execution.
• Closely collaborate with the otherstagehands 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.
• Mustbe able to have the ability to multi-task on the fly.
• Qualified applicants should have the flexibility to work early hours, weekends, and beyond scheduled out times when production dictates.
• Familiarity with ETC lighting consoles or equivalent equipment is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in live TV studio operations is preferred.
• Theatrical production experience is helpful.
• Experience operating Genie or Scissor lifts is preferred.

Required Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education:

• A college degree, technical school certificate, and union-accredited training are preferred.

The hiring range for this position in New York is $42.387 per hour based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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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