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NewsNation is currently seeking a creative, experienced and pro-active part-time Stagehand to join our team at its studios in New York. As a Stagehand you will work with our current team of Stagehands to create, establish and maintain all NewsNation stage and lighting needs.

Responsibilities:

The Stagehand will perform, at a minimum, the following duties:

• Operate entertainment lighting consoles/switchboards, spotlights, and other lighting equipment (except lights and equipment as may be attached to the camera).

• Call up cues to be used during daily shows, as well as special projects, including the installation and focusing such lighting to attain the desired effect.

• Move, install, place, handle and maintain all sets, scenery and props.

• Function as scenic carpenters. Specialists may also perform rigging functions

• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications:

•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.

•Excellent communication skills a must.

•Applicants must be a member in good standing of I.A.T.S.E.

Salary Range:(per experience) $45.00 - $55.00 Hourly

Benefits:

Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

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.