Freelance Stage Manager, The Will Cain Show

Job Description

Fox 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, 1:00PM – 6:00PM ET.
Responsibilities

Set up and break down show sets
Give talent accurate time cues and relay when the show is going into/coming out of commercial breaks
Be attentive to changes within a live studio environment and clearly communicate those changes with talent and/or studio crew when necessary
Maintain 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
Put on and remove all mics and IFBs from hosts and guests prior to and after their appearance
Work with technical staff to satisfy production needs for live and pre‑recorded programming
Assist on‑screen hosts and guests as needed to facilitate production, including data and laptop set‑up on set
Create and distribute show notes to the Stage department and Tech Ops managers
Develop trust and a good working relationship with Will
Go into line‑of‑sight shooting (MOS) as needed
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications

3 years of experience in a TV studio environment
Proficiency in iNews
Leadership skills and the ability to read a show rundown
Experience with studio operations
Excellent communication skills
Team‑player ability in a fast‑paced dynamic studio environment
Ability to work under pressure
Preferred editorial knowledge of the Will Cain Show brand
Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field, or equivalent experience
Compensation

Pay rate: $35.00 – $42.00 per hour, depending on education, skills, experience, and location.
Equal Employment Opportunity

We 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.

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