Part-Time Broadcast Tech: Master Control & Live Production

Hearst Magazines

Cincinnati (OH)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 39,000

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

WLWT, owned by Hearst Television, seeks a part-time Operations Technician to support live and pre-recorded on-air programming in Cincinnati. The role requires collaboration across departments to ensure smooth newscasts and programming, with in-person presence required at the station and involvement in both in-house and remote productions.

You will operate studio equipment, manage master control, edit using Adobe tools, and assist engineering teams.

Qualifications

  • Experience in a commercial TV or similar production facility is preferred.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities are required.
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing production needs.

Responsibilities

  • Operate studio equipment including cameras, audio boards, switchers, graphics systems and video servers.
  • Manage master control operations, automation systems, video servers, EAS devices and monitoring systems.
  • Complete and maintain daily FCC compliance requirements.
  • Provide technical and production support for newscasts and special projects.
  • Collaborate with the technology team to support on-air systems and resolve issues quickly.
  • Edit video and audio content using Adobe products as needed.
  • Stay adaptable and learn new technologies as production requirements change.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by engineering management.

Skills

Troubleshooting
Communication
Teamwork
Adaptability
Attention to detail
Working under pressure

Education

Commercial TV or college-level experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite
PC-based systems
Broadcast equipment

Job description

WLWT, owned by Hearst Television, seeks a part-time Operations Technician to support live and pre-recorded on-air programming in Cincinnati. The role requires collaboration across departments to ensure smooth newscasts and programming, with in-person presence required at the station and involvement in both in-house and remote productions.

You will operate studio equipment, manage master control, edit using Adobe tools, and assist engineering teams.

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