Part Time Technician

Detroit Public TV; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Creative and educational work environment

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A public broadcasting station in Wixom, MI is seeking a Part Time Technician (IBEW) to support its production needs. This role includes operating various broadcast equipment and performing maintenance duties in studio and remote locations. Ideal candidates should have relevant education or experience in broadcast production equipment. The station offers a creative work environment with opportunities for professional development, flexible schedules, and the potential to join IBEW after 200 hours of work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant college education or 2+ years of work experience.
• Experience or familiarity with television broadcast production equipment preferred.
• FCC Commercial Radio Operator License or SBE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical assignments and operate a variety of broadcast equipment.
• Conduct equipment maintenance in studio and remote locations.

Skills

Studio and Field Camera Operation

Technical Directing (TD)

Audio

Lighting

Editing

Commitment to quality

Ability to work independently

Education

2+ years of relevant college education or work experience

Tools

Television broadcast production equipment

Job description

We are actively seeking dynamic and diverse team members to join us in the role of Part Time Technician (IBEW) in Wixom, MI.

Due to the project nature of our business, Detroit PBS relies on Part Time Technicians to support the changing needs of our organization. Part Time Technicians support us in staffing projects, long and short, to ensure we are able to provide the high-quality productions that our community has come to know and love. Our flexible scheduling allows Technicians to work for multiple employers at one time. Detroit PBS offers a creative and educational work environment and provides the ability for Technicians to network within the industry and make connections with our many partners. Technicians are eligible to join the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) after 200 hours of employment.

Technicians at Detroit PBS will perform technical assignments, operate variety of television broadcast equipment, and perform equipment maintenance in studio and remote locations.

• Experience working in multiple broadcast positions including but not limited to: Studio and Field Camera Operation, Technical Directing (TD), Audio, Character Generator (CG), Lighting and Editing.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast paced and high pressure environment
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art broadcast technology

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant college education or 2+ years of work experience
• Experience or familiarity with television broadcast production equipment preferred
• FCC Commercial Radio Operator License or SBE certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Opportunities to participate in personal and professional development programs.
• Opportunities to serve our mission and community.
• Great work environment.

No telephone calls or third parties. Please include the title of the position in the subject line of the email.

Detroit Public Media, d/b/a Detroit PBS and WRCJ 90.9 FM, is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability status, marital status, military status, or protected veteran status. Employment decisions at Detroit PBS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. The specific statements above are not intended to be all inclusive.

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Does the idea of joining our team of dedicated professionals with different backgrounds and experiences excite you? If so, we invite you to join us in our mission to educate, engage, entertain and inspire through the power of public media.