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 secure 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

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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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If you want to know more, please contact Michelle Challans, Recruitment Lead, Screen and Audio via Applications Close: 11:55pm, Tuesday 17 November We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.

📌 Staging Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)
📍 Sydney