NewsNation - Audio Operator(A1) - Part-time

Nexstar Media; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

NewsNation is seeking a freelance Audio Operator (A1) for national newscasts, based in our New York studios. This part-time role requires IBEW membership and a strong live TV audio background. You will collaborate with the production team across varied schedules and shifts to ensure high-quality sound for live and pre-recorded broadcasts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in live television broadcast operations.
• Previous live show audio mixing experience.
• IBEW membership required for part-time staff.
• Strong teamwork and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Listen to director's commands and react swiftly to mix a clean show during live and pre-recorded programming.
• Route mix minus to remotes; set up RF microphones and IFBs.
• Resolve issues quickly and work around problems during live broadcasts.
• Communicate and document effectively with the team.
• All day parts may be part of the schedule with overtime as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by network leadership.

Skills

Audio mixing

Live TV operations

Multitasking

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AZ Edit

Job description

NewsNation is a national news cable network currently reaching 75 million television households across the United States. The network is owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group (NXST).

NewsNation is currently searching for a freelance Audio Operator (A1) for our national newscasts, based in our New York studios

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be able to listen to director's commands and react swiftly and accurately to mix a clean show during live and pre-recorded programming.
• Must be able to route good mix minus to remotes, set up RF microphones and IFBs - proficient in operation of AZ Edit.
• The successful candidate should be a problem solver and quick thinker to resolve issues and to work around problems that arise during live news broadcasts.
• Must be able to communicate and document effectively and concisely to the rest of the team.
• All day parts (mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) may be a part of the schedule with overtime as situations demand.
• Perform other duties as assigned by network leadership

Qualifications

• This position is a part-time staff position which will require membership in IBEW.
• If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
• Five plus (5+) years' experience in professional live television broadcast operations required
• Previous live show audio mixing experience required.
• Must work well in a collaborative team environment and be able to multitask.
• Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Must be self-sufficient and have a "press-on-regardless" attitude.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field preferred.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary Range : $60 to 65.00/hour (per experience)
• Benefits : Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.