Audio Operator

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Washington, DC

91d • $42 - $48

About The Position

NewsNation is currently searching for a full-time Audio Operator (A1) for our national newscasts, based in our Washington, DC bureau. The successful candidate will be able to listen to director’s commands and react swiftly and accurately to mix a clean show during live and pre-recorded programming. Must be able to route good mix minus to remotes, set up RF microphones and IFBs. The successful candidate should add creativity and ideas that enhance the final product. The successful candidate should be a problem solver and quick thinker to resolve issues and to work around problems that arise during live news broadcasts. Must be able to communicate and document effectively and concisely to the rest of the team. All day parts (mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) may be a part of the schedule with overtime as situations demand.

Requirements

• Five plus (5+) years’ experience in professional live television broadcast operations required.
• Previous live show audio mixing experience required.
• Experience with Yamaha, Wheatstone and CalRec audio boards required.
• Proficient in operation of systems including AZ Edit and Dante.
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment and multitask.
• Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Listen to director’s commands and react swiftly and accurately to mix a clean show during live and pre-recorded programming.
• Route good mix minus to remotes.
• Set up RF microphones and IFBs.
• Add creativity and ideas that enhance the final product.
• Resolve issues and work around problems that arise during live news broadcasts.
• Communicate and document effectively and concisely to the rest of the team.
• Work during all day parts including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Medical (with multiple plan options)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid Parental leave
• Life insurance
• Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees