Studio Technician

Fox • Atlanta, NE

7d • Onsite

About The Position

When the studio lights turn on and the countdown begins, the studio floor needs a steady hand. We are seeking a highly motivated, adaptable Studio Technician (Per Diem) to join our production crew. This part-time, as-needed position is perfect for an up-and-coming production professional who thrives under the pressure of a live control room and wants to master the physical and technical operations of a major market studio floor. Your schedule will vary week-to-week, providing vital vacation coverage, holiday support, and breaking news reinforcement.

Requirements

• A baseline understanding of studio environments, hand signals, and live television rhythms.
• Strong oral and written communication skills to direct talent and collaborate with the control room under tight time constraints.
• Strong general computer literacy and an eagerness to learn high-end broadcast hardware.
• High availability to accommodate a varying schedule, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a television station, with at least one (1) year specifically spent as part of a live newscast crew.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

• A nimble multi-tasker who retains information quickly and stays calm when the rundown changes mid-show.
• A college or university degree in a related field is a plus.
• Prior experience operating a Steadicam or managing robotic camera arrays is a major advantage.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Floor Director for live newscasts and pre-taped specials, managing talent cueing, blocking, and timing.
• Take responsibility for getting anchors, reporters, and studio guests to their precise positions safely and on time.
• Target and calibrate Vinten robotic pedestals and step up to operate our JIB camera setups for dynamic on-air sweeping shots.
• Operate the ETC lighting board to manage studio cues and maintain the visual quality of the broadcast.
• Load scripts, check equipment functionality, and smoothly operate the teleprompter system on deadline.
• Read, interpret, and track live production rundowns, instantly adapting to automated or manual script changes as they happen.

Benefits

• This per diem role drops you straight into the action of a premier Top 10 market station.
• It is an exceptional footprint-building opportunity where you can hone your skills on top-tier equipment like Vinten and ETC systems, learn from seasoned industry veterans, and establish yourself within our production team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED