Technician, Production (NE)

NAB Leadership Foundation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Technician to join their dynamic production team. This part-time role requires a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment, capable of handling the pressures of live broadcasting. Responsibilities include working closely with the newscast director to ensure high-quality, mistake-free broadcasts and adapting to the evolving needs of the production team. Ideal candidates will possess strong computer skills and a basic understanding of studio operations, including lighting and audio. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful news coverage in a collaborative and energetic setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle pressure in a chaotic control room environment.
• Must be able to adapt to changing workflow processes.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with newscast director to present fast-paced newscasts.
• Set up various studio sets and change studio lighting.

Skills

Computer Skills

Shot Composition

Lighting

Audio Operations

Camera Robotics

Show Coding

Job description

LOCATION: KFOR-TV/KAUT-T

DATE: 4/16/2025

POSITION TITLE: Production Technician/Part-Time

REPORTS TO: Director of IT & Production Manager

KFOR/KAUT is looking for a motivated individual to join our production team.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Must be able to handle the pressure of a chaotic control room environment.
2. Must be available to work weekends and holidays and be available for call-in due to unscheduled breaking news and severe weather events.
3. Will be expected to work closely with newscast director and team to present fast-paced, highly produced, and mistake-free newscasts.
4. Must have the ability to lift 60lbs and climb ladders to change studio lighting.
5. Must have the ability to move and set up various studio sets.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

1. Strong computer skills.
2. Basic understanding of shot composition, lighting, and studio sets.
3. Must be able to adapt to changing workflow processes.
4. Working knowledge of audio operations, camera robotics, prompters, show coding, and execution.

STATEMENT ABOUT OTHER DUTIES:

The foregoing is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all functions essential to the job for which the employee is responsible, nor an exhaustive list of the minimum requirements and specifications necessary to perform the essential functions, including all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different functions be performed when circumstances change or exigencies require it.

Contact:
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