Operations Technician

WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore as a part-time Operations Technician, where you will maintain the technical integrity of newscasts and on-air signals. This role requires effective communication, technical skills, and teamwork, making a significant impact daily. Ideal candidates will have experience in broadcast systems and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as an operations technician in a TV station.
• Solid background in broadcast systems and equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic cameras and audio consoles.
• Perform technical directing and master control duties.
• Conduct system reboots and troubleshoot equipment.

Skills

Communication

Technical Skills

Teamwork

Education

Training in Broadcast Systems

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Job Description

WBAL-TV (Hearst Television) Baltimore, Maryland

Put your Broadcasting Operations skills to good use by joining the team at WBAL Television. The part-time Operations Technician maintains the technical integrity of our station’s newscasts, on-air signals, and related equipment. This role is challenging, creative, and impactful, with your work making a difference every day.

Why Hearst Television

Hearst Television is a national multimedia company serving nearly three dozen U.S. cities, reaching one in five households. It delivers local and national news, weather, sports, and entertainment across all platforms. The company invests in its employees’ growth—professional, technical, and personal.

Why WBAL TV

WBAL is Baltimore’s NBC Affiliate and a local media leader with over 75 years on air. Our dedicated team provides quality content and advertising solutions to tens of thousands daily. Our engineering team uses world-class technology to support our mission to inform, entertain, and serve our community. We also contribute to local charities annually. The salary range is $21.00 - $24.68 per hour, depending on experience, with a typical schedule of 25 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic cameras, audio consoles, and related systems
• Perform technical directing including switcher operation, graphics, and media playout
• Handle master control duties, automation, FCC compliance, and graphics
• Direct on the studio floor, manage props, sets, and floors
• Maintain studio lighting, climb ladders as needed
• Assist with remote and in-house productions
• Conduct system reboots and troubleshoot control room and studio equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Understanding broadcast operations within the first 4-6 months is essential. Willingness to work various shifts, lift up to 50 pounds, and union membership are required.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented, effective communicator, positive attitude under pressure
• Detail-oriented, computer literate, technically skilled
• Experience or training in broadcast systems; military experience considered

Minimum Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience as an operations technician in a TV station
• Solid background in broadcast systems and equipment operation

Diversity & About Us

Hearst Television values diversity and creates content reflecting all communities. HTV owns 35 TV and 2 radio stations across 27 markets, reaching over 22 million households, recognized for journalism, innovation, and community service.