Live Broadcast Studio Technician

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Studio Technician in Washington, DC to support NewsNation studios and control rooms. You will handle live broadcasts and prerecords, set up equipment, and assist talent and staff to ensure high-quality content.

The role requires a High School Diploma and flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays; experience in TV/film is preferred. Comprehensive full-time benefits apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience in television, film or post production preferred.
• Must be able to interact well with directors, anchors, production and engineering staff.
• Detail oriented and highly organized with strong communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and understanding of live broadcasts and studio operations.
• Willingness to work irregular hours including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment (camera, audio, visual, graphics and lighting) for live and recorded productions.
• Prepare studios for live and recorded productions.
• Set up, test and maintain microphones, IFBs, cameras and monitors.
• Provide camera and audio/lighting production support as needed.
• Assist with talent setup including microphone and IFB placement.
• Maintain and store equipment.
• Perform equipment checks and operational testing.

Education

High School Diploma Required

Interacts well with directors, anchors, production and engineering staff

Excellent communication and organization skills

Detail oriented

Basic computer knowledge

Strong understanding of live broadcasts and studio operations

Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays

Adaptability and problem-solving skills

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Studio Technician in Washington, DC to support NewsNation studios and control rooms. You will handle live broadcasts and prerecords, set up equipment, and assist talent and staff to ensure high-quality content.

The role requires a High School Diploma and flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays; experience in TV/film is preferred. Comprehensive full-time benefits apply.