Stagehand / Ld

Job Description

NewsNation is currently seeking a creative, experienced and pro-active per diem Stagehand/LD to join our team at its studios in Chicago. As a Lighting Director/Stagehand you will work with our current team of Stagehands to create, establish and maintain all NewsNation lighting needs.

Responsibilities:

The Stagehand/Lighting Director will Perform, at a minimum, the following duties:
• Plot, identify, and install lighting equipment.
• Direct other lighting personnel during installations and adjustments.
• Work closely with external vendors to maintain quality control over studio lighting.
• Create and document cues to be used during daily shows, as well as any special projects, including the installation and focusing such lighting to attain the desired effect.
• The LD will also function as a member of the regular crew and operate entertainment lighting consoles/switchboards, spotlights, and other lighting equipment (except lights and equipment as may be attached to the camera).
• Move, install, place, handle and maintain all sets, scenery and props.
• Function as scenic carpenters. Specialists may also perform rigging functions.
• Operate Teleprompter both for studio operations and remote locations.

Qualifications:
• Five-seven (5-7) years in a major market television station.
• Meet the required standards for stagehand as designated by The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees.
• A strong working knowledge of television lighting, especially etc (Electronic Theater Controls) EOS and Ion consoles.
• Be required to occasionally travel to remote locations, when needed, to create lighting setups for NewsNation productions.
• Excellent communication skills a must.

Applicants must be a member in good standing of I.A.T.S.E. Local Two (2).

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gke2m8-3-138-114-38-42 in your application.