NewsNation - Audio Operator(A1) - Part-time

NAB Leadership Foundation; 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 matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

NewsNation is seeking a freelance Audio Operator (A1) for our national newscasts, based in New York studios. Responsibilities include listening to director commands to mix live and pre-recorded shows, routing mix minus to remotes, and setting up RF mics and IFBs.

The role requires 5+ years in live TV and prior live show audio mixing experience. Part-time position with IBEW membership, salary $60-65/hour with comprehensive benefits for full-time staff and eligibility for part-time benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of live television broadcast operations experience.
• Previous live show audio mixing experience.
• Ability to multitask in a collaborative team environment.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Listen to director's commands and mix the show during live and pre-recorded programming.
• Route good mix minus to remotes; set up RF microphones and IFBs.
• Resolve issues quickly; be a problem solver during live broadcasts.
• Communicate and document clearly with the team.
• Overtime may be required; schedules include mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned by network leadership.

Skills

Live audio mixing

Broadcast operations

Team collaboration

AZ Edit

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

AZ Edit

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

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 Range:

$60-65.00/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.