As Staging Manager, you’ll manage all things staging, set and props for internal and external productions, and make sure clients get what they need.
- Give clients accurate, timely quotes and information so they can book ABC facilities with confidence
- Be the subject matter expert and main liaison between editorial teams, Co-Producers and Staging, Set and Props providers
- Review provider quotes and recommend the best option on technical capability and cost, acting as the ABC’s financial controller for each production
- Lead the bump-in, operation and bump-out of scenery, staging, set and props, with safety front of mind
- Roster core and casual staff, guide the Studio Operations team and look after the Production Facilities Fleet
Position Description: 30004632 STAGING MANAGER.pdf
About You
You’re a hands‑on leader with a strong TV production background who stays calm under pressure and keeps clients across every detail.
- Highly advanced understanding of TV production techniques, procedures and terminology
- Advanced knowledge of lighting and staging, studio etiquette, and reading construction specs, scripts, setting and lighting plans
- Experience leading, supervising and developing operational staff, and a willingness to pass on your expertise
- Strong planning and organisation skills, with great attention to detail and the ability to prioritise under pressure
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, a diplomatic approach with clients, and a real commitment to safe work practices
- A current working with children/police clearance and ongoing renewal/maintenance of this clearance in accordance with relevant legislation
- MR (Medium Rigid), Forklift and EWP (Elevated Work Platform) licence preferred
What We Can Offer You
- 15.4% ABC Nominated Super
- Paid parental and carer's leave
- Salary packaging
More Info
In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.
To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact accessibility@abc.net.au
If you want to know more, please contact Michelle Challans, Recruitment Lead, Screen and Audio via RecruitmentScreenandAudio@abc.net.au
Applications Close: 11:55pm, Tuesday 17 November
We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.
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