NewsNation - Audio Operator(A2) -Part-time

Nexstar Media; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

NewsNation, a national news cable network, is seeking a part-time Audio Operator (A2) for our national newscasts, based in our New York studios.

The role requires 3+ years of live television broadcast operations, IBEW membership, and the ability to manage mics, IFBs, and cables in a fast-paced live environment. You will communicate with the A1 mixer and document issues clearly.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in professional live television broadcast operations.
• Membership in IBEW is required.
• Knowledge of mixing/comms is a plus (AZ Edit).
• Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the mics, IFBs and cables of talent in a live broadcast environment and troubleshoot frequency/connection issues.
• Communicate placement and issues with the A1 who is mixing the show.
• Conduct yourself professionally with talent and resolve issues quickly during live broadcasts.
• Be a problem solver and quick thinker to handle unexpected problems during broadcasts.
• Communicate and document effectively with the team.
• Shift could include weeknights and weekend mornings.

Skills

Multitasking

Team player

Problem solving

Communication

Self-sufficiency

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft 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 part-time Audio Operator (A2) for our national newscasts, based in our New York studios.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be able to manage the mics, IFBs and cables of talent in a live broadcast environment, this includes being able to troubleshoot frequency/connection problems
• Must be able to effectively communicate placement and issues with the A1 who is mixing the show
• The successful candidate should conduct themselves in a professional manner with talent while getting the job done quickly and efficiently
• 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
• This position could be called for any shift including weeknights and weekend mornings

Qualifications

• This position will require membership in IBEW.
• Three plus (3+) years' experience in professional live television broadcast operations 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.
• Knowledge of mixing/comms is a plus (AZ Edit)
• Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field preferred.

Range : $45 - $50 an hour

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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

• medical (with multiple plan options)
• dental
• vision insurance
• paid time off
• a 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid Parental leave
• life insurance
• 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