Operations Technician
About The Position
Responsible for the video recording and file-based clip management involving studio, satellite, and video-on-demand systems for both commercial and program content. Audio responsibilities include daily live newscasts, as well as news and promotional production. Master control work involves live switching and studio robotic camera operation. The Master Control operator will also verify and edit automation playlists, maintain and complete all logs, FCC compliance, and other records related to each Master Control shift. Ability to handle last minute and unexpected changes in a professional, poised manner during live broadcasts. Able to communicate calmly, quickly and clearly to all involved as needed. Edit and encode daily episodic promotions and Network promotions. Reports to work on time for established schedule/hours. Must be flexible to work any assigned shift including days, nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays. Act in a professional, courteous manner when representing the station and the News and Engineering Departments. Completes other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Must be flexible and able to deal with unexpected show changes calmly.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
- Dexterity for console operation, and appropriate vision and hearing for proper monitoring is essential.
- The ability to sit for extended periods of time during live newscasts.
- Moderate lifting of equipment and props will be necessary on occasion.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job.
Nice To Haves
- Previous broadcast technical experience or equivalent academic training is preferred, not required.
- Varied computer skills, and a background in basic electronics is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Video recording and file-based clip management involving studio, satellite, and video-on-demand systems for both commercial and program content.
- Audio responsibilities include daily live newscasts, as well as news and promotional production.
- Live switching and studio robotic camera operation.
- Verify and edit automation playlists.
- Maintain and complete all logs, FCC compliance, and other records related to each Master Control shift.
- Handle last minute and unexpected changes in a professional, poised manner during live broadcasts.
- Communicate calmly, quickly and clearly to all involved as needed.
- Edit and encode daily episodic promotions and Network promotions.
- Report to work on time for established schedule/hours.
- Act in a professional, courteous manner when representing the station and the News and Engineering Departments.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- The Company will make reasonable physical accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
