Live News Broadcast Tech: Master Control & Production

confidential; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

FOX6 Milwaukee is seeking a Broadcast Production Technician to support News Operations, Production, Master Control and related TV processes. The role involves operating in a fast-paced studio, collaborating with producers and control room staff to deliver live, accurate news broadcasts.

The position is union-represented and requires a high school diploma with 1+ years in a broadcast environment; weekend/holiday shifts are common, and familiarity with studio automation is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• 1+ years in a broadcast operation or similar role.
• Experience with directing newscasts, audio ops, robotic cameras, master control, or TOC preferred.
• Willingness to learn other studio operations.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Strong communication and quick decision-making under pressure.
• Attention to detail is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate broadcast control room and master control equipment.
• Direct newscasts using Ross Overdrive; operate audio consoles and robotic cameras; bring in live shots.
• Collaborate with Producers and Control Room Crew to produce error-free newscasts.
• Execute weather/breaking news cut-ins, edit playlists, perform EAS tests, monitor transmitters per FCC rules.
• Monitor streams, insert commercials, and prepare on-air content.

Skills

Broadcast operations

Directing

Communication

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma

College or technical degree

Tools

Ross Overdrive

Evertz Mediator

iNews

BitCentral

Chyron

Robotic cameras

Job description

FOX6 Milwaukee is seeking a Broadcast Production Technician to support News Operations, Production, Master Control and related TV processes. The role involves operating in a fast-paced studio, collaborating with producers and control room staff to deliver live, accurate news broadcasts.

The position is union-represented and requires a high school diploma with 1+ years in a broadcast environment; weekend/holiday shifts are common, and familiarity with studio automation is a plus.