Scenic Technician (Fixed Term)

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role…

The Scenic Technician (Fixed Term) is responsible for providing comprehensive support to the scenic department, ensuring the smooth operation of studio sets, properties, and environments. This role involves a wide range of duties, including:  

Your Role Accountabilities…

• Studio Installation and Maintenance: Assist in the installation, maintenance, and breakdown of studio sets, ensuring they meet production requirements and are in optimal condition. 
• Scenic Property Maintenance: Manage the upkeep of scenic properties, including props, furniture, and decorations, to ensure their longevity and suitability for productions. 
• On-Air Scenic Changes: Execute timely and efficient changes to scenic elements during live broadcasts, ensuring seamless transitions and maintaining visual appeal. 
• Scenic Support for Live Programming: Provide technical support and assistance to scenic elements during live productions, ensuring their proper functioning and integration with other production elements. 
• Warehouse Responsibilities: Manage the scenic department’s inventory, including storage, organization, and retrieval of scenic elements. Requires forklift certification.  
• Special Events: Contribute to the successful execution of special live events by providing scenic support and coordination of scenic elements in a live production environment. 

Your Qualifications & Experience…  

• Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in scenic construction with a strong understanding of industry-standard techniques. 
• Technical Skills: Proficient in scenic construction methods, with basic electrical knowledge, incorporating LED lighting for scenery and basic rigging skills. Welding experience would be highly regarded. 
• Detail-Oriented: Keen attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately under pressure. 
• Problem Solving: Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities. 
• Teamwork and Independence: Capable of working both independently and as part of a collaborative team. 

Physical Requirements:  

• Hands-On Role: This is an active, physically demanding position. 
• Lifting: Ability to lift and transport heavy objects safely. 
• Stamina: Able to stand and work for extended periods. 
• Adaptability: Willingness to work in diverse environments, including studios, warehouses, and outdoor locations. 

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

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