Operations Technician

Homecare Homebase•Louisville, KY

About The Position

WLKY-TV, the CBS affiliate in Louisville, KY has an opening for an experienced broadcast Operations Technician. The Operations Technician is responsible for studio camera operations during live and recorded segments. You will support all station efforts in-house and on remote location. You will report to the Production Manager. Values in Action At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve. Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

2+ years of experience working as an operations technician at a commercial television station with experience operating different broadcast equipment
Must have a solid background in operation of broadcast television systems and equipment
Related military experience will be considered

Responsibilities

Operate robotic cameras and studio floor directing
Will also be required to run audio at times for live and recorded segments
Move and handle of props and sets during in-house and on-location productions (this could mean helping move heavy equipment)
Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors
Maintain and understand lighting grid and control board with knowledge to maintain proper programming; climbing ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures
Dress microphone's and IFB's for all on camera appearances
Basic multi-media computer skills
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Production Manager