Broadcast Operations Technician

OHIO/OKLAHOMA HEARST TELEVISION INC; Cincinnati (OH); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 39.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

WLWT is seeking a part-time Operations Technician to support live and pre-recorded on-air programming. The role collaborates across departments to ensure seamless newscasts and programming, involving studio operations, master control, and post-production edits.

Candidate will work with robotic cameras, audio boards, graphics, and video servers, with FCC compliance duties and a focus on learning new technologies in a fast-paced environment.

Formación

• Minimum of six months of experience in a commercial television station, production facility, or equivalent college-level experience.
• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Broadcast operations

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Herramientas

Adobe Creative Suite

Master control automation

Descripción del empleo

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 escal…??
• 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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.