Studio Technician

Tonal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Tonal is seeking a Studio Technician on-site in New York to support multi-camera live and live-to-tape productions. You will be the first-level tech contact on the studio floor, helping the team stay on schedule and ensuring smooth shoots.

Responsibilities include maintaining cameras, lighting, audio, and comms gear, organizing spaces, and running cables. You’ll collaborate with Directors, Producers, and PAs while learning the lighting board and studio workflow.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years in a production environment (studio, live events, or similar).
• Organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn and take direction.
• Calm, reliable under pressure and able to work independently or with a team.
• Basic familiarity with cameras, lighting, and audio gear.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Be on site every day as first-level tech support for studio issues.
• Assist with maintenance and organization of cameras, lighting, audio, and comms gear.
• Keep studio spaces and cables organized and production-ready.
• Support running and managing cables (video, audio, power) as needed.
• Update documentation and track equipment or workflow changes.
• Troubleshoot basic issues and escalate complex problems to seniors.
• Communicate with Directors, Producers and PAs to meet Video Village needs.
• Learn and operate the studio lighting board for adjustments.
• Handle specialized shoot gear/rental load-ins and setup.
• Collaborate with IT as needed.

Skills

Production experience

Organized and detail-oriented

Calm under pressure

Team player

Studio gear familiarity

Willingness to learn

Tools

Cameras

Lighting

Audio gear

Comms systems

Job description

About The Role Tonal is looking for a motivated and dependable Studio Technician to support our multi-camera live and live-to-tape studio production workflows. In this role, you will act as first-level support for technical issues on the stage floor with the Technical Studio Operations Manager and Technical Director to help efficiently execute and stay on our production schedule. You’ll work with our NYC-based video production team to create engaging fitness content for our members, contributing to a collaborative and fast-paced studio environment.

What You Will Do

• Be on site every day to act as first-level tech support for technical issues in the studio.
• Assist with basic maintenance and organization of studio equipment, including cameras, lighting, audio gear, and comms systems
• Keep studio spaces, equipment, and cable runs organized and production-ready
• Provide hands-on support with running and managing cables (video, audio, power) as needed
• Assist the technical team with updating documentation and tracking equipment or workflow changes
• Troubleshoot basic technical or equipment issues and escalate more complex problems to senior team members
• Communicate between Directors, Producers and Production Assistants to ensure all Video Village needs are met
• Show strong initiative and a keen interest in learning and operating the studio lighting board to assist in lighting adjustments and looks
• Take on general technical production support tasks as needed to help keep shoots running smoothly
• Be the point of contact for all specialty shoot gear/rental load-ins and setup (Including: photoshoots, promo shoots and floor/set maintenance/cleanings)
• Work closely with the internal IT team as needed

Who You Are

• 2–3+ years of experience in a production environment (studio, live events, or similar), or relevant training/education
• Organized and detail-oriented, with a strong willingness to learn and take direction
• Technical thinker who is calm and reliable under pressure
• Comfortable working both independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively with a team and multiple cross-functional partners
• Basic familiarity with studio production equipment such as cameras, lighting, and audio gear
• Interest in learning more about broadcast systems, technical production workflows, and technical solutions
• Able to lift and move equipment (up to 50 lbs), climb ladders, and work on your feet for extended periods
• Willing to take on a variety of tasks to support the team and production needs

At Tonal, we believe that the unique and varied lived experiences of our teammates contribute to our overall strength. We don’t just appreciate differences, we celebrate them, and we always seek people that represent a wide variety of backgrounds. We’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and designing employee experiences that contribute to your growth as much as you do to ours. If your experience aligns with what we’re looking for (even if you don’t check every single box), send us your application. We would love to hear from you!

Tonal is committed to meeting the diverse needs of people with disabilities in a timely manner that is consistent with the principles of independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity. Should you have any accommodation requests, please reach out to us via our confidential email, [e-mail]. All requests will be addressed and responded to in accordance with Tonal’s Accessibility Policy and local legislation.

Compensation Range: $80K - $100K