Studio Technician

Nexstar Media Group • San Francisco, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

KRON 4, the Bay Area’s Local News Station and CW network affiliate in San Francisco, California, is seeking a Studio Technician. This is a regular, full-time, union position. The Studio Technician operates broadcast equipment used in production and transmission and supports KRON4 productions and streaming services. The role requires live broadcast production, automation, and breaking-news execution, along with coordination and clear communication with crew members, producers, and the assignment team. The technician serves as a daily liaison among the news, engineering, and production departments and tests equipment to ensure it operates properly. Compensation starts at $33.00 per hour and is commensurate with experience and job skills.

Requirements

• Demonstrable skills in live broadcast production, automation, and execution of live breaking news.
• Proficiency operating broadcast and production equipment.
• Working knowledge of ENPS, MOS commands, video servers, and general broadcast production equipment.
• Ability to communicate and document effectively and concisely.
• Problem-solving ability and quick thinking to resolve issues and work around problems during live news.
• Self-sufficiency and a “press-on-regardless” attitude.
• Detail orientation and ability to multitask in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.
• Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Availability to work all day parts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work overtime when situations arise.
• Ability to stand and/or sit for extended periods and perform physical production duties, including moving set pieces, equipment, and studio materials.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or a related field.
• Three or more years of experience in professional live television broadcast operations.
• Drive to learn and advance skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate broadcast equipment, including Tricaster, Ross Overdrive, studio management systems, teleprompters, audio equipment, robotic cameras, transmission equipment, and other production equipment.
• Execute KRON4 productions and KRON streaming services, including live and recorded productions and live breaking news.
• Coordinate with technical operators during newscasts and other productions.
• Communicate and document effectively and concisely with crew, news producers, and the assignment team.
• Act as a daily liaison among the news, engineering, and production departments.
• Test equipment daily to ensure proper operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned; management may add or modify job duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed