Studio Crew - WPVI
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10104569 Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Business ABC Owned TV Stations Date posted Oct. 30, 2024Job Summary:
Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. As the No. 1 station in Philadelphia for almost 45 years, 6abc Action News delivers local news, information, traffic and weather to more than 3 million homes. WPVI serves close to 7 million people 2+ who reside in The Delaware Valley, an area covering Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and Delaware. In the past year Action News has won 2,633 out of 2,662 newscasts in households for a winning percentage of 99.8%. On average, Action News brings together nearly 45% of all adult news viewers, 25-54. WPVI has provided coverage to the Thanksgiving Day Parade for 100 years in 2019!
6ABC- WPVI-TV Philadelphia is looking for a Part-Time Studio Technician within the programming department! The Studio Technician will support the daily production of news and other content across all platforms for WPVI-TV. This position is considered on-site, which means the employee will work from a Company-designated location on an ongoing basis.
What You Will Do:
- Run teleprompter for all live and recorded newscasts, in-studio shoots, sports shows, etc.
- Cue talent for all live and recorded newscasts, in-studio shoots, sports shows, etc.
- Handle studio lights and microphones
- Assist with sets and props
- Provide support in the field for live events, parades, on-location shows, etc.
- Additional studio duties as assigned
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- At least 1 year of experience working on Television studio newscasts and studio/remote production crews
- Must be able to work a minimum of 3 days a week
- Must be willing to work various shifts as needed, including early morning, overnight, weekends and holidays
- Ability to multitask, prioritize & handle tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced newsroom environment
- A valid driver’s license required to drive company-assigned vehicles
Preferred Qualifications:
- A broad understanding of modern media consumption beyond broadcast to potentially contribute to 6abc’s production and distribution on streaming, web, and other digital platforms.
Required Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent experience
Additional Information:
- This position is covered under the Company’s collective bargaining agreement with Local 804 IATSE
- This position is located at WPVI-TV in Philadelphia, PA. EOE/F/M/V/D/SO/GI
About ABC Owned TV Stations:
The Disney Entertainment Television group creates original entertainment and news content for the Company’s streaming platforms and its cable and broadcast networks.
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 WPVI Television (Philadelphia), LLC, which is part of a business we call ABC Owned TV Stations.
WPVI Television (Philadelphia), 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.