Broadcast Production / Master Control Technician
About The Position
FOX6 Milwaukee is hiring a Broadcast Production Technician to support News Operations, Production, Master Control, and the television station. The technician works with producers and the control room crew to create live, compelling, and error-free newscasts. This is a union-represented position. The role involves operating broadcast control room and master control equipment, directing newscasts, supporting live shots from reporters in the field, and monitoring broadcast content and equipment. The technician must work accurately under tight deadlines and be able to respond calmly to rapidly changing events.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- At least 1 year of experience in a broadcast operation.
- Experience in one or more of these areas and willingness to learn the others: directing newscasts, audio operations, robotic cameras, master control, and TOC (bringing in live shots).
- Ability to work unique shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to make quick decisions and respond to changing events while remaining calm under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- College or technical degree.
- Experience with Evertz Mediator, Ross Overdrive, iNews, BitCentral, and Chyron.
Responsibilities
- Operate broadcast control room and master control equipment.
- Direct newscasts using Ross Overdrive, operate audio consoles and robotic cameras, and bring in live shots from reporters in the field.
- Work with producers and the control room crew to create live, compelling, error-free newscasts.
- Execute weather and breaking news cut-ins, edit playlists, carry out EAS tests, and monitor transmitter functions in accordance with FCC rules and regulations.
- Monitor broadcast streams, insert commercials, and record and prepare on-air content.
- Work under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Insurance.
- 401(k) plan.
- Paid time off.
- Other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents; benefits for union-represented employees are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
