Studio Technician: On-Air Production & Setup

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nexstar Media Group Inc. is seeking a Studio Technician to support production across camera, audio, lighting, graphics and digital systems.

You will collaborate with the director and studio staff to coordinate action in the studio or on location and help prepare guests for on-air segments. Proficiency with basic computer tools (e.g., Photoshop) and signal acquisition technologies is a plus; you will maintain equipment, move set pieces, and provide prompt, organized support under deadline

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience in television, film or post production preferred.
• Must interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production and engineering staff.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Basic computer knowledge including Photoshop.
• Ability to handle high stress environment with deadline pressures.

Responsibilities

• Operate camera, audio, visual, graphics, lighting, or digital equipment for production and/or transmission.
• Collaborate with director and studio staff to coordinate action in studio or on location.
• Use ENG, TVU, satellite receivers, and PC signals for news broadcasts.
• Operate studio prompting equipment and cue talent.
• Assist and prepare guests for on-air news segments.
• Provide camera, audio, and lighting production support as needed.
• Move and adjust studio set pieces and furniture.
• Maintain and store equipment and perform studio maintenance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organization skills

Detail oriented

Ability to handle high stress

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

The Nexstar Media Group Inc. is seeking a Studio Technician to support production across camera, audio, lighting, graphics and digital systems.

You will collaborate with the director and studio staff to coordinate action in the studio or on location and help prepare guests for on-air segments. Proficiency with basic computer tools (e.g., Photoshop) and signal acquisition technologies is a plus; you will maintain equipment, move set pieces, and provide prompt, organized support under deadline