Ultimo location
Permanent, Full-time
Base salary $115K to $126K
The Role
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: ******** 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




Robust 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
ABC Mentoring
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.
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We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.
Applications Close: 11:55pm, Tuesday 17 November
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📌 Staging Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
📍 Sydney