Live Studio Technician — Broadcast Systems Specialist

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

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a Studio Technician to support the technical operation of NewsNation studios and control rooms in a live broadcast facility. You will ensure all studio equipment and workflows run smoothly before, during, and after productions.

You will provide hands-on support for live broadcasts, prerecords, and special events, assist talent and staff, and help maintain technical quality standards across the production workflow.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience in television, film or post production preferred.
• Must interact well with directors, anchors, production and engineering staff.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operates various equipment used for live broadcasts and recorded productions.
• Prepare studios for live and recorded productions.
• Set up, test and maintain microphones, IFBs, studio cameras and studio monitors.
• Provide camera and audio/lighting production support as needed.
• Assist with talent setup – including microphone and IFB placement.
• Maintains and stores equipment.
• Perform equipment checks and operational testing.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Live broadcast operations

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Basic computer knowledge

Team interaction

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Studio equipment setup

Camera operation

Audio/lighting setup

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking a Studio Technician to support the technical operation of NewsNation studios and control rooms in a live broadcast facility. You will ensure all studio equipment and workflows run smoothly before, during, and after productions.

You will provide hands-on support for live broadcasts, prerecords, and special events, assist talent and staff, and help maintain technical quality standards across the production workflow.