Broadcast Operations Technician

Hearst Magazines; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

WLWT, owned by Hearst Television, seeks a part-time Operations Technician to support live and pre-recorded on-air programming in Cincinnati. The role requires collaboration across departments to ensure smooth newscasts and programming, with in-person presence required at the station and involvement in both in-house and remote productions.

You will operate studio equipment, manage master control, edit using Adobe tools, and assist engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial TV or similar production facility is preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities are required.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing production needs.

Responsibilities

• Operate studio equipment including cameras, audio boards, switchers, graphics systems and video servers.
• Manage master control operations, automation systems, video servers, EAS devices and monitoring systems.
• Complete and maintain daily FCC compliance requirements.
• Provide technical and production support for newscasts and special projects.
• Collaborate with the technology team to support on-air systems and resolve issues quickly.
• Edit video and audio content using Adobe products as needed.
• Stay adaptable and learn new technologies as production requirements change.
• Perform other duties as assigned by engineering management.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Working under pressure

Education

Commercial TV or college-level experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

PC-based systems

Broadcast equipment

Job description

WLWT, the Hearst Television-owned NBC affiliate in Cincinnati, is seeking a part-time Operations Technician to support the technical and production needs of both live and pre-recorded on-air programming. This role requires strong collaboration across departments to ensure seamless execution of newscasts and programming. The Operations Technician will contribute to all station efforts, both in-house and in remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Operate studio equipment, including robotic camera systems, audio boards, production switchers, graphics systems, and video servers.
• Manage master control operations, including switchers, automation systems, video servers, EAS devices, graphics systems, and monitoring systems.
• Complete and maintain daily FCC compliance requirements.
• Provide technical and production support for newscasts, special projects, and other station initiatives.
• Partner with the technology team to support critical on-air systems and resolve issues efficiently.
• Edit video and audio content using Adobe products as needed.
• Demonstrate adaptability by quickly learning new technologies and responding effectively to changing production requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by engineering management.

Requirements

• Minimum of six months of experience in a commercial television station, production facility, or equivalent college-level experience.
• Experience with master control automation is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of broadcast television operations.
• Proficiency with computers and PC-based systems.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and composure under pressure while managing multiple tasks.
• Skilled at troubleshooting and problem-solving, with the judgment to
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including holidays and weekends.
• Demonstrated adaptability and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interest in broadcasting, television, and emerging media technologies.
• Commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• In-person presence required.
• Prior experience in broadcast news production, technical training, or college-level technical coursework preferred.
• Military training and experience will be considered.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.