NewsNation - Feed Room Operator - Part-time
About The Position
The Feed Room Operator supports NewsNation's live newsgathering and Broadcast Operations by Receiving, Monitoring, Recording, Routing, and Transmitting incoming and outgoing signals for network programming. Working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, this role serves as the first layer of technical quality control, ensuring the reliability and integrity of live and recorded content used across NewsNation broadcasts. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong communication, troubleshooting with decision-making skills who can work effectively in a team environment while maintaining accuracy under pressure.
Requirements
- 3-5 years of television newsgathering, broadcast operations, feed room, master control or related experience.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment while managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to work calmly under pressure.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven live news environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and common business software applications.
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability.
- Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to technical quality control.
- Perform other duties as assigned by network leadership
Nice To Haves
- Experience with TVU, LiveU, Dejero, Bitcentral, and ENPS systems.
- Familiarity with Satellite, IP, bonded cellular and Streaming transmission workflows.
- Experience supporting live Network News or Major-Market television operations.
- Knowledge of broadcast quality control procedures and network technical standards.
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Broadcast Production, Journalism or a related or equivalent field professional experience.
Responsibilities
- Receive, Monitor, Record, and Transmit live and recorded broadcast signals.
- Coordinate incoming and outgoing feeds utilizing TVU, LiveU, Dejero, Satellite, IP-based and Streaming transmission technologies.
- Route essential sources into Frame Syncs for live broadcasts
- Schedule and manage recordings for New York-based broadcasts and production operations.
- Perform quality control checks on incoming and outgoing video and audio signals to ensure broadcast standards are met.
- Troubleshoot transmission, routing, and signal issues and escalate concerns as appropriate.
- Communicate effectively with Production, Control Room, Assignment Desk, Engineering, and Field Operations teams.
- Maintain accurate logs and records of feed activity, recordings, and transmission schedules.
- Support Breaking News, Special Events, and Live coverage requirements.
- Identify workflow efficiencies and contribute to continuous operational improvements.
- Adhere to all technical, operational, and safety procedures while meeting strict deadlines.
Benefits
- medical (with multiple plan options)
- dental
- vision insurance
- paid time off
- a 401(k) with company matching contributions
- Paid Parental leave
- life insurance
- any local/state leave plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
