Live TV Broadcast Ops Technician – Part-Time

Hearst Television, Inc.; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Hearst Television, Inc. in Needham, MA seeks a Freelance Broadcast Operations Technician to ensure seamless delivery of live newscasts and studio productions across platforms.

You will join a hands-on team reporting to the Technical Operations Manager and supporting control room and remote productions. The role requires hands-on operation of cameras, audio, TD, and Master Control, with strong knowledge of signal flow and broadcast equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a live broadcast operations role is required.
• Solid understanding of broadcast signal flow, production switchers, audio consoles, and control room systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Military broadcast or technical experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Operate in-studio and on-location technical systems, including cameras, audio, and TD.
• Execute Master Control and Air Assist to maintain broadcast continuity across platforms.
• Manage ENG signal acquisition and distribution for live and recorded content.
• Provide floor direction and technical support during studio and remote productions.
• Set up and maintain studio and remote production equipment, lighting, props, and sets.
• Monitor and program studio lighting using GrandMA.
• Wire microphones and IFBs for on-camera talent and guests.
• Utilize computers and digital tools for downloading materials and multimedia tasks.
• Support various technical and production needs as assigned by the Technical Operations Manager.

Skills

Live broadcast environment

Control room systems

Camera/audio/switcher ops

Shift flexibility

Tools

GrandMA

Job description

Hearst Television, Inc. in Needham, MA seeks a Freelance Broadcast Operations Technician to ensure seamless delivery of live newscasts and studio productions across platforms.

You will join a hands-on team reporting to the Technical Operations Manager and supporting control room and remote productions. The role requires hands-on operation of cameras, audio, TD, and Master Control, with strong knowledge of signal flow and broadcast equipment.