NewsNation - Audio Operator(A2) -Part-time

Nexstar Media Group • Ny, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

NewsNation is a national news cable network currently reaching 75 million television households across the United States. The network is owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group (NXST). NewsNation is currently searching for a part-time Audio Operator (A2) for our national newscasts, based in our New York studios.

Requirements

• Membership in IBEW required
• Three plus (3+) years’ experience in professional live television broadcast operations required
• Must work well in a collaborative team environment and be able to multitask
• Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must be self-sufficient and have a “press-on-regardless” attitude

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of mixing/comms is a plus (AZ Edit)

Responsibilities

• Manage the mics, IFBs and cables of talent in a live broadcast environment, this includes being able to troubleshoot frequency/connection problems
• Effectively communicate placement and issues with the A1 who is mixing the show
• Conduct themselves in a professional manner with talent while getting the job done quickly and efficiently
• Be a problem solver and quick thinker to resolve issues and to work around problems that arise during live news broadcasts
• Communicate and document effectively and concisely to the rest of the team
• This position could be called for any shift including weeknights and weekend mornings

Benefits

• Medical (with multiple plan options)
• Dental
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid Parental leave
• Life insurance
• Local/state leave plans (for part-time employees)
• Benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement (for union positions)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level