Live Broadcast Operations Technician

HEARST STATIONS INC; Needham Heights (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

WCVB, Boston's ABC affiliate in Needham, MA, seeks a Freelance Broadcast Operations Technician to ensure seamless delivery of live newscasts across platforms. This hands-on role blends technical know-how with teamwork under the Technical Operations Manager.

You will operate in-studio and on-location systems, manage Master Control, ENG feeds, and lighting; support remote productions; and set up equipment including cameras and audio.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as an Operations Technician or in a similar role at a commercial television or public access station.
• Strong understanding of broadcast signal flow, production switchers, audio consoles, and control room systems.
• Ability to thrive in a live, deadline-driven broadcast environment.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, late nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Related military broadcast or technical experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Operate key technical systems in-studio and on-location, including robotic cameras, audio mixing, and technical directing.
• Execute Master Control and Air Assist functions to maintain broadcast continuity across multiple platforms.
• Manage ENG signal acquisition and distribution, ensuring high-quality feeds for live and recorded content.
• Provide floor direction and technical support during studio and remote productions.
• Set up, move, and maintain studio and remote production equipment (including lighting, props, and sets).
• Monitor and maintain studio lighting systems, adjusting and programming fixtures as needed via GrandMA.
• Wire and place microphones and IFBs for on-camera talent and guests.
• Use computers and digital tools including for downloading promotional or client materials and performing other multimedia tasks.
• Support various technical and production needs as assigned by the Technical Operations Manager.

Skills

Live broadcast operations

Master Control

Robotic cameras

Audio mixing

Technical directing

ENG signal handling

Remote productions

Lighting control

Tools

GrandMA

Broadcast systems

Control room tech

Job description

WCVB, Boston's ABC affiliate in Needham, MA, seeks a Freelance Broadcast Operations Technician to ensure seamless delivery of live newscasts across platforms. This hands-on role blends technical know-how with teamwork under the Technical Operations Manager.

You will operate in-studio and on-location systems, manage Master Control, ENG feeds, and lighting; support remote productions; and set up equipment including cameras and audio.