Part-Time Broadcast Operations Technician — Live TV

OHIO/OKLAHOMA HEARST TELEVISION INC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

WLWT is seeking a part-time Operations Technician to support live and pre-recorded on-air programming. The role collaborates across departments to ensure seamless newscasts and programming, involving studio operations, master control, and post-production edits.

Candidate will work with robotic cameras, audio boards, graphics, and video servers, with FCC compliance duties and a focus on learning new technologies in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of experience in a commercial television station, production facility, or equivalent college-level experience.
• Strong knowledge of broadcast television operations.
• Proficiency with computers and PC-based systems.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and composure under pressure while managing multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate studio equipment, including robotic camera systems, audio boards, production switchers, graphics systems, and video servers.
• Manage master control operations, including switchers, automation systems, video servers, EAS devices, graphics systems, and monitoring systems.
• Complete and maintain daily FCC compliance requirements.
• Provide technical and production support for newscasts, special projects, and other station initiatives.
• Partner with the technology team to support critical on-air systems and resolve issues efficiently.
• Edit video and audio content using Adobe products as needed.
• Demonstrate adaptability by quickly learning new technologies and responding effectively to changing production requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by engineering management.

Skills

Broadcast operations

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Master control automation

Job description

WLWT is seeking a part-time Operations Technician to support live and pre-recorded on-air programming. The role collaborates across departments to ensure seamless newscasts and programming, involving studio operations, master control, and post-production edits.

Candidate will work with robotic cameras, audio boards, graphics, and video servers, with FCC compliance duties and a focus on learning new technologies in a fast-paced environment.