Audio Technician

KET-Kentucky Educational Television•Lexington, KY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Kentucky Educational Television (KET) has an opening for a full-time Audio Technician in Lexington, Kentucky. KET is Kentucky's only statewide media organization, reaching over two million people weekly and broadcasting into eight states and ten media markets, with live and on-demand streaming services. In addition to PBS programming, KET produces hundreds of hours of award-winning local productions and creates nationally recognized educational resources. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a respected public media team, supporting a variety of public affairs and general productions, including Kentucky's only nightly statewide news program, six locally produced series, and ongoing special programs. KET's facilities are located in a desirable area with affordable living, excellent educational opportunities, and world-class sporting events. This is a chance to join an excellent television production team and grow with a highly respected public media organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting or Audio Production, with at least two (2) years of professional audio-recording experience obtained in educational or work setting. Practical experience in the operation of audio operation and recording systems may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
Able to move/lift/carry equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
Occasionally required to operate equipment while standing/sitting for extended periods of time.
Must be able to work in a deadline-driven environment in an efficient, creative, and positive manner.
Must have strong computer, oral communications, and professional interpersonal skills.
Must be available on a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.
Must maintain a professional demeanor and appearance at all times.

Responsibilities

Operate audio systems to create high quality programs for broadcast and digital platforms.
Under the direction of Producers, Associate Producers, and Directors, provide audio recording services to enhance programs, including offering expertise related to microphone selection and placement, sound monitoring and mixing, and video/audio sync.
Act as an audio board operator on live and recorded studio multi-camera productions.
Operate field sound mixer/recorder for field productions including capturing isolated microphones from multicam interviews both in camera and in mixer, as well as capturing high quality audio for b-roll.
Act as a grip and lighting assistant as required for studio and field productions.
Drive and help clean production vehicles as needed.
Operate professional studio and field cameras for live and recorded productions, as needed.
Work, with direction from Producers, Directors and Associate Producers, to accomplish KET production goals.
Contribute to and execute the creative and editorial vision of KET productions.