Stagehand
Buzzfeed
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 7/23/2021 9:08:00 AM PST
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Full Time Job
Stagehand (project-based)
BuzzFeed
The Role
BuzzFeed is searching for dependable Stagehands to join our Creative and Studio Services team. The Stagehand's responsibilities include setting up and testing lighting and other equipment, assisting cast and crew with understanding stage use expectations, and making adjustments to sets.
To be successful as a Stagehand, you should enjoy working with your hands and be prepared to learn new skills on the job. Outstanding candidates are self-starters with a can-do attitude and excellent attention to detail.
You Will
• Move, set up, and test lighting, sound, props, and other equipment according to set requirements.
• Assemble production rigging and support structures and breaking them down when the production is over.
• Inspect lighting, sound, and other equipment, and ensure that everything is plugged into the correct power source.
• Build and decorate sets, and make set adjustments when necessary.
• Perform a variety of maintenance tasks to ensure stages are safe.
• Ensure all signs and posted policies are visible within the stages and adhered to during productions.
• Sweep the stage between productions and report any unsatisfactory resets to stage management.
• Run errands when required.
You Have
• Experience in one or more of the following categories:
• Carpentry or construction
• Electrical distribution
• Film rigging
• Film lighting
• Production assistance
• An ability to collaborate with others.
• An ability to focus and follow instructions to meet deadlines.
• A desire to constantly expand your skills and knowledge of production work.
Life at BuzzFeed
At BuzzFeed, we believe we benefit from the diverse perspectives within and across our teams. As such, BuzzFeed celebrates inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity employment practices.
BuzzFeed is the world's leading tech-powered media company, with a cross-platform news and entertainment network that reaches hundreds of millions of people globally. The company aims to spread truth and joy across the internet by producing articles, lists, quizzes, videos, original series; lifestyle content through brands including Tasty, the world's largest social food network; original reporting and investigative journalism through BuzzFeed News; strategic partnerships, licensing and product development through BuzzFeed Marketing; and original productions across broadcast, cable, SVOD, film and digital platforms for BuzzFeed Studios.
BuzzFeed is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category.