Audio 2 Operator

TelevisaUnivision, Inc; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

401K

Life insurance

Job summary

TelevisaUnivision in Miami seeks an Audio 2 Operator to join our Production Operations team. You’ll playback music for live shows, manage mic/IFB placement, and operate broadcast gear including Novation Launchpad and wireless systems.

Ideal candidates bring 1 year of live-show experience, bilingual English/Spanish, and strong knowledge of audio equipment. Ability to multi-task and be on-call for 24x7 coverage, including nights, weekends, and holidays, is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum Associate degree or equivalent college degree.
• Minimum 1 year experience on live shows.
• Bi-lingual English and Spanish required.
• Knowledge of sound, music, and acoustics.
• Familiarity with microphones, IFBs, receivers and transmitters.
• Basic computer skills and Windows familiarity.
• Ability to multi-task and react quickly during broadcasts.
• On-call availability; willingness to work days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Playback music for live shows using playback hardware/software.
• Work directly with A-1 and manage mic/IFB placement.
• Maintain and operate backstage audio equipment and monitors.
• Monitor microphone, IFB frequencies and RTS boxes.
• Change batteries on mics, IFBs and RTS devices.
• Position microphones on talents and guests; distribute/return communication boxes.

Skills

Bi-lingual English/Spanish

Multitasking

On-call availability

Flexibility with shifts

Sound knowledge

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Novation Launchpad

Microphones & IFBs

Broadcast routers

Wireless PL systems

RTS boxes

Job description

Production Operations

at Televisa Univision is looking for an Audio 2 Operator to join our team! Responsibilities include playing back music for live shows, proper microphone and IFB placement and proficient in the use of all broadcast equipment and technology within operating areas—this includes but is not limited to Novation Launchpad, microphone and IFB signal flows, wireless PL systems, mix minus, intercom devices and all associated hardware and software, broadcast routers, remote “crash cart,” and trunking procedures.

YOUR DAY-DAY:

(aka Responsibilities)

• Must be able to use playback software/hardware such as Live/Novation Launchpad
• Work directly with A-1
• Upkeep and use of microphones, backstage monitors, communication systems and audio systems
• Monitor frequency of microphones, IFBs (Interruptible Fold Back) and RTS boxes
• Change all batteries on microphones, IFB’s and RTS boxes
• Position microphones on all talents and guests
• Distribute communication boxes and is responsible for their return

YOU HAVE:

(aka Qualifications)

• Minimum Associates Degree or equivalent college degree
• Minimum 1-year experience on live shows
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) required
• Knowledge of sound, music, and acoustics
• Knowledge of various types of microphones, IFBS, receivers, and transmitters
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Windows operating systems
• Abilitytomulti-task and react quickly during dailybroadcasts
• As this position supports 24x7 operation, candidate must, in addition to being able to work regular hours, have on-call availability, and flexibility to work days, nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays as needed and without advance notice. Additionally, candidate may be required to work on site for extended periods of time to provide coverage in special circumstances, such as, during tropical storm/hurricane.

Our Benefits

TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.

(for 100% onsite requirement)

TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.