NewsNation - Studio Engineer - Part-time

Nexstar Media; New York (NY); On-site; USD 166,000 - 208,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Paid Parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

NewsNation is seeking a Part Time Studio Steadi-Cam Operator in New York to help produce high‑quality video for live cable news broadcasts, with flexibility around early weekends, weekday evenings, and holidays. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a fast‑paced live TV environment, is proficient with Steadi‑Cam systems, and can lift up to 50 lbs.

IBEW Local 1212 membership is required; reports to 220 E. 42nd St, New York, NY.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a fast-paced live TV environment.
• Proficient in Steadi-Cam systems.
• Able to carry/wear up to 50 lbs for extended periods.
• Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Position and frame shots per director's commands on X/Y axes.
• Carry/wear weight of 50 lbs.
• Perform smooth on-air movements.
• Operate and troubleshoot Steadicam system and maintain gear.
• Communicate clearly with the team and stay self-sufficient.
• Work schedule includes mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays with possible overtime.

Skills

Live TV experience

Steadi-Cam operation

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Tools

Steadi-Cam system

Job description

NewsNation is seeking a skilled Part Time Studio Steadi-Cam Operator to join our team. This position supports the creation of high-quality video content for live Cable News Broadcasts. The ideal candidate is efficient, creative, detail-oriented, and comfortable working under daily news deadlines and has flexible availability that includes early weekend mornings, weekday evenings, and holidays. This position requires membership in IBEW Local 1212 and must report to 220 E. 42nd St, New York, NY.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be able to listen to director's commands and react swiftly and accurately for correctly positioning and framing shots including the X/Y axis and balancing the camera
• This position requires a physical component and must be able to carry / wear the weight of 50lbs combined
• Must be able to make smooth on-air moves.
• Must be proficient with operation of broadcast equipment within assigned area, including set up programming and troubleshooting the Steadicam system and maintenance of vests and related equipment.
• Be able to communicate and document effectively and concisely to the rest of the team. Must be self-sufficient and have a press-on-regardless attitude.
• All day parts (mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) may be a part of the schedule with overtime as situations demand.

Qualifications

• Five plus (5+) years experience in a fast-paced live television environment required.
• Must be proficient in Steadi-Cam systems.
• Ability to carry / wear up to 50lbs for extended period of time
• Must work well in a collaborative team environment and be able to multitask; a problem solver and quick thinker who can resolve existing issues and find workarounds.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications or a related field preferred.

Rate : $80-$100 / 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.