Studio Technician (Evening News)

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Studio Technician for KRON 4 in San Francisco operates broadcast equipment including Tricaster, Ross Overdrive, teleprompter, audio, and robotic cameras. This role supports live news and streaming, requiring quick thinking and clear communication with crew and producers.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in communications (preferred) and 3+ years in live TV operations, plus familiarity with ENPS, MOS, video servers, and Microsoft Word/Excel/Outlook.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 3+ years in professional live television broadcast operations preferred.
• Must be a problem solver and quick thinker to resolve issues during live news.
• Self-sufficient with a 'press-on-regardless' attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate broadcast equipment (e.g., Tricaster, Ross Overdrive, studio systems).
• Coordinate with crew, news producers and assignment team during live broadcasts.
• Test equipment daily to ensure proper operation.
• Work as a liaison between news, engineering and production departments.

Skills

Live broadcast production

Multitasking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

ENPS

MOS commands

Video servers

Job description

Job Overview

The Studio Technician operates various equipment (camera, audio, visual, graphics, lighting, or digital) used for production and/or transmission. KRON 4, the Bay Area's Local News Station and brand-new CW network affiliate in San Francisco, California is seeking an Evening Studio Technician. This is a regular, full-time, union position.

Responsibilities

Operation of broadcast equipment, not limited to but including Tricaster, Ross Overdrive, Studio managing, teleprompting, audio operation, robotic cameras, transmission and other duties as assigned to execute KRON4 productions & KRON streaming services. Applicant must have demonstratable skills in LIVE broadcast production, automation, and execution of LIVE breaking news. Be able to communicate and document effectively and concisely with crew, news producers and assignment team. Coordinates with all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions. Must possess working knowledge of ENPS, MOS commands, video servers, and general broadcast production equipment. Work as a liaison daily between news, engineering, and production departments. Tests equipment daily to ensure proper operation.

Qualifications & Expectations

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field preferred. Three plus (3+) years' experience in professional live television broadcast operations preferred. Candidate should be a problem solver and quick thinker to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live news, be self-sufficient and have a "press-on-regardless" attitude. Must demonstrate proficiency operating broadcast and production equipment. Must be detail-oriented and be able to multitask in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment. Applicant should have the drive to learn and advance skills. Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Availability to work all day parts, including weekends and holidays. Recognize that overtime hours may occur as situations arise.

Physical Requirements

Standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time and performing physical production duties, including moving set pieces, equipment, and studio materials. Management reserves the discretion to add or modify job duties as required.

Compensation

Minimum of $33.00/hr. commensurate with experience and job skill Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing "News for All America," popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.