Broadcast Audio Technician: Studio & Field Pro

KET-Kentucky Educational Television; Chevy Chase (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kentucky Educational Television (KET) in Lexington, KY is seeking a full-time Audio Technician to support broadcast and digital productions. You will operate audio systems, provide recording services, and assist with microphone selection, placement, monitoring, and mixing for studio and field shoots.

Responsibilities include acting as an audio board operator on live and recorded programs, handling field sound, and assisting with grips and lighting as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting or Audio Production with at least two years of professional audio-recording experience.
• Ability to move/lift/carry equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Able to work in a deadline-driven environment in an efficient, creative, and positive manner.
• Strong computer, oral communications, and professional interpersonal skills.
• Available on a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance at all times.

Responsibilities

• Operate audio systems to create high quality programs for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Provide audio recording services under supervision, including microphone selection, placement, sound monitoring and mixing, and video/audio sync.
• Act as an audio board operator on live and recorded studio multi-camera productions; operate field sound mixer/recorder for field productions.
• Assist with grip and lighting as needed for studio and field productions; drive and help clean production vehicles.
• Operate professional studio and field cameras for live and recorded productions as needed.
• Collaborate with Producers, Directors, and Associate Producers to achieve KET production goals and editorial vision.

Skills

Audio recording

Sound mixing

Live/studio audio operations

Video/audio sync

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting or Audio Production

Tools

Sound mixer/recorder

Job description

Kentucky Educational Television (KET) in Lexington, KY is seeking a full-time Audio Technician to support broadcast and digital productions. You will operate audio systems, provide recording services, and assist with microphone selection, placement, monitoring, and mixing for studio and field shoots.

Responsibilities include acting as an audio board operator on live and recorded programs, handling field sound, and assisting with grips and lighting as needed.