Part-Time Operations Technician

OHIO/OKLAHOMA HEARST TELEVISION INC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

KOCO in Oklahoma City is seeking an experienced Part-Time Operations Technician to uphold the technical integrity of our on-air signals and equipment from acquisition to distribution. The role requires collaboration with the production department and supports in-house and remote productions.

You will operate robotic cameras, the audio board, manage props, lighting, and on-set duties, and assist in control room positions as needed. Weekend and holiday work is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an operations technician at a commercial TV station.
• Experience operating broadcast equipment and control rooms.
• Able to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate robotic cameras and studio floor directing.
• Operate the audio board.
• Moving and handling of props and sets during in-house and on-location productions.
• Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors.
• Maintain and understand lighting grid and control board with knowledge to maintain proper programming.
• Dress microphones and IFBs for all on camera appearances.
• Basic multimedia computer skills and familiarity with current Internet technology.
• Assist with promotional efforts at station-sponsored community events.

Skills

Broadcast operations

Weekend/holiday scheduling

Tools

Robotic cameras

Audio board

Lighting grid control

Non-linear editing

Job description

KOCO has an opening for an experienced broadcast Part-Time Operations Technician. The Operations Technician maintains the technical integrity of the station's on-air signals and its equipment from acquisition to distribution. The Operations Technician will be responsible to communicate effectively with the production department, as this is integral for a smooth outcome of newscasts. This position supports all station efforts in-house and on remote location.

Responsibilities:

• Operate robotic cameras and studio floor directing
• Operate the audio board
• Moving and handling of props and sets during in-house and on-location productions (this could mean assisting in moving heavy equipment)
• Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors
• Maintain and understand lighting grid and control board with knowledge to maintain proper programming. Ability to climb ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures as needed.
• Dress microphone's and IFB's for all on camera appearances
• Basic multi-media computer skill and familiarity with current Internet technology including downloading of materials for promos and commercial client spots
• Assist with promotional effort at station-sponsored community events as assigned.
• Work as needed in control room in technical positions (including camera control, audio and TD)
• Non-linear editing as needed for TV News-Creative Services Productions
• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Engineer or Assistant Chief Engineer
• Must be available to work shifts on weekends and holidays
• Should have 2+ years of experience working as an operations technician at a commercial television station with extensive experience in operating a wide variety of broadcast equipment
• Related military experience will be considered

Requirements:

• Must have a solid background in operation of broadcast television systems and equipment
• Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching nearly 25 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.


We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.