Broadcast Operations Technician - Freelance

C-Span•Washington, DC

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Broadcast Operations Technician will perform a variety of broadcast operations in a hybrid production-master control setting. This includes technical directing, operating graphics for live and pre-recorded programming, executing multi-source on-air transitions, ingesting live and pre-recorded programming, and light nonlinear editing. The role requires flexibility to work AM, PM, overnight, and weekend shifts, with assignments including 6, 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
One year of operational experience.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, crew members, and editorial colleagues.
Familiarity with Dalet, Ross graphics and switchers systems, and Adobe Premiere.
Consistent performance in several technical areas.
Understanding of C-SPAN's format in switching, IDing, and editing.
Ability to concentrate and focus on details.
Ability to exercise sound judgment under pressure.
Flexibility to work varied schedules.

Responsibilities

Proficiently use a newsroom system as it relates to Broadcast Control functionality.
Consistently operate character generators and program keyers to properly present graphic material adhering to C-SPAN format and look.
Proficiently technical direct, using pre-recorded and/or multiple live sources both manually and using automation.
Record in-house and remote signals and dub various formats into the server.
Assure quality control of inbound and outbound audio, video, and closed captioning.
Perform basic understanding of Studio Control Operations, including audio mixing, digital video effects, and switching simple two-camera event coverage.
Utilize basic troubleshooting skills.
Handle equipment with care and respect.
Proficiently perform nonlinear editing.
Perform other duties as assigned.