Studio Tech I: Live TV Production Specialist

The E. W. Scripps Company; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The E.W. Scripps Company’s Milwaukee station WTMJ is seeking a Studio Tech I to join our live and taped productions.

You’ll operate studio cameras, run teleprompter, act as floor director, and help keep the studio running smoothly. This entry-level role welcomes you to hands-on television production, with opportunities to gain non-linear editing experience and grow with a team focused on quality local broadcasts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Typically requires no prior experience in related field.
• Live newscast production experience is a plus.
• Non-linear editing experience required. Final Cut Pro experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of television station production operation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate broadcast equipment including studio cameras, teleprompter, graphics software and computers.
• Act as floor director during live and taped productions.
• Assist in studio maintenance (cleaning, organization, lighting).
• Assist as production grip on live and taped productions.
• Navigate the internet and post video and text to the station website.

Skills

TV production

Cameras operation

Teleprompter

Floor directing

Reliability

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Graphics software

Job description

The E.W. Scripps Company’s Milwaukee station WTMJ is seeking a Studio Tech I to join our live and taped productions.

You’ll operate studio cameras, run teleprompter, act as floor director, and help keep the studio running smoothly. This entry-level role welcomes you to hands-on television production, with opportunities to gain non-linear editing experience and grow with a team focused on quality local broadcasts.