Production Operations Manager

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Production Operations Manager to provide timely technical operations support for news broadcasts and other live and recorded programs.

You will oversee the Production Operations Department, plan staffing, and ensure resources meet station needs. The role requires a technical degree, fluent English, strong communication, and at least five years in digital electronics in a TV environment with leadership experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment.
• 2+ years in a leadership role with direct reports.
• Proficient with OBS and VMix production systems.
• Strong English communication and written skills.
• Ability to coach and develop staff to meet performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of the Production Operations Department
• Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the Production Operations Department, including Control Room and Studio (non-talent) personnel
• Insures that staffing levels are cost effective and enough to meet the needs of the station
• Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees
• Ensures station compliance with FCC broadcast rules and regulations
• Monitors broadcasts and CTV programs to ensure that programs conform to station quality standards, policies and regulations
• Manages the use of studio, CTV and editing resources
• Trains employees in the use of equipment such as CTV VMix operating system, switchers, cameras, monitors, microphones, and lights
• Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met
• Acts as a liaison between the Engineering and Production Operations departments
• Performs various production duties including CTV operation and podcast duties when necessitated by employee absence or other exigent circumstances
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

English fluency

Leadership

Communication

Staffing management

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Technical degree in Digital Electronics or Broadcasting

Tools

OBS

VMix

Job description

The Production Operations Manager is responsible for providing timely technical operations support and management oversight for news broadcasts and other live and recorded programs.

• Manages all aspects of the Production Operations Department
• Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the Production Operations Department, including Control Room and Studio (non-talent) personnel
• Insures that staffing levels are cost effective and enough to meet the needs of the station
• Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees
• Ensures station compliance with FCC broadcast rules and regulations
• Monitors broadcasts and CTV programs to ensure that programs conform to station quality standards, policies and regulations
• Manages the use of studio, CTV and editing resources
• Trains employees in the use of equipment such as CTV VMix operating system, switchers, cameras, monitors, microphones, and lights
• Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met
• Acts as a liaison between the Engineering and Production Operations departments
• Performs various production duties including CTV operation and podcast duties when necessitated by employee absence or other exigent circumstances
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

• Technical degree in Digital Electronics, Broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Minimum five years’ experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment, with at least two year’s experience in a leadership role (More or less depending on market size).
• Knowledge of OBS and VMix computer production systems
• Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Experience with broadcast equipment, streaming systems and production environments, including cameras, control boards, audio equipment and editing systems.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.