Live Broadcast Tech Operator - Control Room Specialist

The E.W. Scripps Company in; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The E.W. Scripps Company in Atlanta is seeking a Technical Operator III (Creative Design) to support live broadcasts in our control room and studio.

You will troubleshoot on the fly, handle remote guests, and ensure all technical elements come together for viewers. The role requires an Associate degree or equivalent, specialized training, and 5+ years in a related field; you must stay calm under pressure, make quick decisions, and coordinate with network engineering to meet newsroom needs.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Specialized training/certification may be required
• Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for remote guests using various video conferencing platforms
• Provide support in managing incoming signals from the field
• Organize and ingest video from field crews and affiliates for editorial use
• Act as the primary technical support for operations for control room and studio for specified times
• Work with network engineering and operations to ensure needs are met in control room and studio

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Tools

Video conferencing platforms

Broadcast IT equipment

Job description

The E.W. Scripps Company in Atlanta is seeking a Technical Operator III (Creative Design) to support live broadcasts in our control room and studio.

You will troubleshoot on the fly, handle remote guests, and ensure all technical elements come together for viewers. The role requires an Associate degree or equivalent, specialized training, and 5+ years in a related field; you must stay calm under pressure, make quick decisions, and coordinate with network engineering to meet newsroom needs.