TECHNICAL MEDIA PRODUCER - KYTV/KSPR

FOX Carolina News•Springfield, MO

About The Position

The Technical Media Producer is responsible for master control operations, transmitter remote control, video control, and satellite reception control, while monitoring all on-air content. The role supports newscasts by operating the teleprompter, checking studio lighting, coding newscasts for Overdrive, and operating Cambotics and Logitech equipment. A basic knowledge of video switchers is required. The position prepares and monitors programming streams, schedules and ingests broadcast material, coordinates live shots and satellite feeds, and responds to equipment issues and breaking news. The producer communicates with newsroom staff and other departments to resolve technical issues and ensure accurate, timely broadcasts. Shifts may include weekdays, weekends, overnights, and holidays.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of TV video production.
Videotape experience and familiarity with multiple tape and tapeless formats.
General knowledge of TV broadcasting.
Working knowledge of Crispin Video Server.
Working knowledge of Ross Overdrive and Cambotics.
Basic knowledge of ENPS.
Ability to follow written and verbal directions and communicate clearly.
Ability to operate analog and digital broadcast equipment, software, broadcast videotape recorders, video servers, audio/video routers, audio and video control consoles, satellite receivers, and television transmitters.
Proficient use of computers, including Microsoft Office and Google.
Basic knowledge of station programming schedules.
Ability to stay focused while monitoring signal quality and programming accuracy.
Ability to handle high-stress situations and deadline pressure, and to react quickly to changing circumstances while remaining calm.
Attention to detail and good problem-solving skills.
Leadership skills and ability to work independently with little supervision, taking initiative to address issues immediately.
Ability to work well with others in the department and across departments.
Flexibility to work any shift, including weekends, overnights, and holidays.
High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

SBE certification.

Responsibilities

Operate master control automation and monitor multiple program streams for correct programming and commercial run times; record discrepancies.
Oversee battery changes for wireless microphones and IFBs, and set up anchor and reporter positions.
Code scripts through ENPS and code newscasts for Overdrive.
Anticipate and prepare for breaking news.
Prepare electronic playlists for program streams.
Ingest commercials, programming, and other broadcast material into the automation system; input and trim spots.
Operate Ross Cambotics, Ross Overdrive, Logitech audio, and a teleprompter for newscasts.
Use video switchers and help change studio lights, operate the light board, and set up the studio for broadcast.
Tune in live shots for news and coordinate satellite feeds.
React quickly and appropriately to equipment issues and breaking news.
Communicate issues in detail and coordinate with producers before live newscasts about unusual changes.
Work with other departments to obtain missing broadcast material, clarify instructions, and resolve technical issues.
Work weekday and weekend shifts, including shifts as scheduled.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.