PEP, Technical Production Manager

Versant•Washington, DC

1d•$50 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Versant is seeking a PEP, Technical Production Manager (Freelance) to support live studio and control room operations in Washington, DC. This PEP/freelance role will provide backfill coverage for Versant productions and day-to-day broadcast operations, helping ensure successful execution of live programming, remotes, and breaking news coverage. This role is designed for flexible coverage needs and does not have a set shift schedule. Assignments may vary based on production needs and may include days, overnights, weekends, holidays, and short-notice coverage. The Freelance Technical Production Manager plays a critical role in maintaining operational excellence across Versant’s live production environments. This person helps coordinate crews, support technical execution, manage real-time production demands, and ensure that studio and control room operations meet Versant’s performance standards.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in live studio television production.
2+ years of experience working in a news environment.
2+ years of engineering support or operational experience in a broadcast studio or production control room.
Strong technical knowledge of control room and studio systems, live broadcast workflows, field/remote production processes, satellite/telco, and communications equipment.
Proficiency with standard business and production tools, including Apple systems, Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
Ability to work flexible freelance assignments, including days, overnights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and short-notice coverage.
Willingness to work in Washington, DC and travel on short notice as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with both represented and non-represented staff.
Strong leadership, team facilitation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
Experience working within budgets and supporting operational efficiencies.
Comfort serving as a change agent in fast-moving production environments.

Responsibilities

Oversee studio and control room production operations during assigned freelance shifts, ensuring performance standards are met.
Partner with scheduling teams to support proper crew assignments and production coverage.
Work closely with news desks, bookers, transmission teams, and production partners to support successful execution of live remotes and daily programming.
Support facilities, IT, maintenance, and technical operations needs for assigned studios and control rooms during on-air operations.
Manage operational demands during breaking news, unplanned events, and live production changes.
Help uphold Versant operational standards, including Integrity, Health and Safety policies, Standards and Practices, and production protocols.