Engineer

National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,486 - 64,306; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences is seeking a skilled Broadcast Technician to join their team in Chicago. In this full-time position, you will play a vital role in the execution of daily newscasts and production by operating various studio cameras and audio equipment.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in a broadcast setting and strong technical abilities. This position offers a competitive pay range of $22.13 - $46.68 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in a television studio or broadcast operations.
• Basic understanding of color correction, iris control, and signal flow.
• Ability to adapt to new broadcast technologies and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Operate studio jib cameras, maintaining balance and shot composition.
• Set up and run audio equipment during live and taped productions.
• Aid engineering staff with studio setup and troubleshooting.

Skills

Technical acumen

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Technology or related field

Tools

Ross Dashboard

OverDrive

Caprica

Job description

WGN-TV is a legacy station dedicated to delivering trusted, high-quality local news and programming. As a cornerstone of Chicago media, we’re committed to innovation, collaboration, and storytelling that reflect our vibrant city. Join a team where your technical skills power what Chicago sees every day.

We are looking for a flexible and technically skilled Broadcast Technician to support a wide range of studio-based broadcast operations. This fulltime role plays a critical part in the smooth execution of daily newscasts and production, handling responsibilities primarily for Jib camera, spanning Steadicam, robo camera, audio support, and control room functions. The ideal candidate is a dependable team player with strong technical acumen and an eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate studio jib cameras safely and effectively, maintaining proper balance, spatial awareness, joystick control, shot composition, framing, and focus.
• Set up, test, and run audio equipment during live and taped productions.
• Aid engineering staff with studio setup, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting of control room and broadcast systems.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Technology, Media Production, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a television studio, broadcast operations, or control room environment.
• Experience with Ross Dashboard, OverDrive, Caprica, and other broadcast video systems preferred.
• Basic understanding of color correction, iris control, IP-based audio/video systems, signal flow, and streaming workflows.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaborative skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, deadline-driven broadcast setting and work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt to new broadcast technologies, systems, and workflows.
• Become a member of IBEW local 1220 television broadcast engineers’ union.

Compensation

$22.13 - $46.68 per hour - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level

Benefits

• Medical (multiple plan options).
• Dental.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid parental leave.
• Life insurance.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.