Freelance Stage Manager, The Will Cain Show (R50031248)

Job DescriptionFox News Media is seeking an experienced Freelance Stage Manager to join the Will Cain Show in Dallas, TX. As the Freelance Stage Manager, you manage the studio floor in a fast-paced news production environment and serve as a primary liaison between the control room, on-air talent, and studio crew. The Freelance Stage Manager provides technical operational support to our studio and control room team.Shift: Monday-Friday; 1:00 PM, ET - 6:00 PM, ETA snapshot of your responsibilitiesSet up and break down show setsGive talent accurate time cues and relay when the show is going into/coming out of commercial breaksBe attentive to the changes within a live studio environment and clearly communicate those changes with talent and/or studio crew, when necessaryMaintain a flexible work schedule as dictated by breaking news events, pre-production requirements, etc.Responsible for the upkeep and use of studio microphones and IFB positions in the studioPut on and remove all mics and IFBs from hosts and guests prior to and after their appearanceWork with technical staff to satisfy production needs for live and pre-recorded programmingAssist on-screen hosts and guests as needed to facilitate production, including data and laptop set-up on setCreate and distribute show notes to the Stage department and Tech Ops managersDevelop trust and good working relationship with WillAbility to go into field and shoot MOSOther duties as assignedWhat you will need3 years of experience in a TV Studio environmentProficiency in iNewsLeadership skills and the ability to read a show rundownExperience with Studio OperationsExcellent communications skillsTeam player who works well with others in a fast-paced dynamic studio environmentAbility to work under pressurePreferred editorial knowledge of the Will Cain Show brandBachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experienceWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $35.00-42.00 per hour.J-18808-Ljbffr