The Walt Disney Company

Head Stage Electrician

Media
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in stagehand or related live broadcast production role
  • Deep knowledge of scenic, lighting, rigging, and props
  • Proven leadership and union labor coordination experience
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced production setting
  • Willingness to work non-traditional hours including early mornings and weekends
  • Strong carpentry skills

Responsibilities

  • Construct, setup, maintain, and teardown scenic and lighting elements
  • Collaborate with creative teams for set and lighting integration
  • Liaise with operations and union crews to uphold safety standards
  • Oversee the safe installation and operation of production elements
  • Ensure a clean and safe work environment adhering to safety policies

Benefits

  • Potential for additional compensation for overtime
  • Medical benefits depending on position
  • Comprehensive benefits package available
Full Job Description

Job Posting Title:

Head Stage Electrician

Req ID:

Job Description:

ABC News Studios is seeking a Head Electric to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring a strong knowledge of stage operations, an understanding of live broadcast environments, and a proven ability to lead and coordinate union stagehand crews. This position will serve as a head stagehand for GMA at the 7 Hudson Square facility in New York City.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in the construction, setup, maintenance, and teardown of scenic, lighting, and property elements for live and recorded programming.

  • Collaborate with art directors, scenic designers, and production engineers to ensure seamless integration of set and lighting designs.

  • Serve as the liaison between Studio Operations, Facilities, and the Local 1 crew to maintain compliance with safety standards.

  • Support the safe and efficient installation and operation of scenic systems, lighting grids, and other production elements.

  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment and ensure adherence to company and industry safety policies.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience as a stagehand or in a related position within live broadcast, theatrical, or studio production.

  • Strong knowledge of scenic, lighting, rigging, and property handling.

  • Demonstrated leadership skills with experience coordinating or supervising union labor.

  • Ability to multitask and adapt to changing production needs in a fast-paced environment.

  • Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, extended hours, and holidays as production requires.

  • Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of advanced carpentry skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Rigging and OSHA 30 certification preferred.

  • Scissor or Genie lift certification preferred.

Required Education:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

The hiring range for this IATSE local 1 role in New York, NY is $43.76 per hour. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The role also has potential for additional compensation for overtime and early morning/overnight shifts. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

ABC News

Job Posting Primary Business:

Operations (ABC News)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Production

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

New York, NY, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-09-09

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows. Using the company's portfolio of brands to differentiate our content, services, and consumer products, Walt Disney seeks to develop creative, innovative, and profitable entertainment experiences and related products.

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-$4.9 billion
Founded
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