Operations Technician

Hearst•Sacramento, CA

2d•$42,000 - $52,000

About The Position

KCRA/KQCA TV, the Hearst Television affiliate in Sacramento, CA, has an opening for an experienced broadcast Operations Technician (full-time regular). The Operations Technician maintains the technical integrity of the station's on-air signals and its equipment from acquisition to distribution. You will support all station efforts in-house and on remote location. You will report to the Assistant Chief Engineer. This is an IBEW Union position. 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
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 and familiarity with current Internet technology including downloading of materials for promos and commercial client spots
Help with promotional effort at station-sponsored community events as assigned
Work in control room in technical positions (including camera control, audio and TD)
Non-linear editing for TV News-Creative Services Productions
Other responsibilities as assigned by the TV Operations Manager