Studio Production Technician – Early Shift

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Studio Technician to support daily live newscasts and special productions. You will operate cameras, audio, and lighting, assist guests, and help ensure a professional studio environment.

The role requires versatility, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team. Training across multiple production areas is emphasized, with a flexible schedule including occasional evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Operates studio production equipment during live broadcasts.
• Collaborates with directors, producers, and on-air talent to ensure smooth productions.
• Monitors changing production needs in a fast-paced live TV environment.
• Sets up and breaks down studio elements for daily casts and special segments.

Responsibilities

• Operate studio production equipment during live newscasts and other productions, including cameras, audio systems, lighting, microphones, and related broadcast technology.
• Collaborate with directors, producers, on-air talent, and fellow crew members to ensure seamless execution of live and recorded productions.
• Monitor changing production needs and respond quickly and effectively in a fast-paced, live television environment.
• Set up and break down studio elements for daily broadcasts and special segments, including microphones, band equipment, special lighting, furniture, props, and other production materials.
• Welcome and assist guests appearing on-air by providing basic instructions, fitting microphones, and helping create a positive studio experience.
• Participate in ongoing cross-training and demonstrate the ability to work in multiple production roles, including camera operation, audio support, studio setup, guest assistance, and special event production.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and production-ready studio and workspace.

Skills

Studio camera operation

Audio operation

Lighting setup

Guest coordination

Cross-training

Team collaboration

Tools

Studio cameras

Audio equipment

Lighting gear

Broadcast equipment

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Studio Technician to support daily live newscasts and special productions. You will operate cameras, audio, and lighting, assist guests, and help ensure a professional studio environment.

The role requires versatility, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team. Training across multiple production areas is emphasized, with a flexible schedule including occasional evenings and weekends.