vMix Operator

Montclair State University; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 76,486 - 84,131; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Montclair State University is looking for a skilled vMix Operator to serve as the technical production engine for NJ PBS. In this role, you will direct and deliver daily video-based news segments, ensuring broadcast-ready quality while managing complex productions independently.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field and a minimum of three years of broadcast production experience, with strong proficiency in vMix software and an understanding of video/audio standards. Comprehensive benefits are offered as part of the compensation package.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in broadcast television production.
• Hands-on proficiency with vMix software.
• Experience with newscast production workflows required.

Responsibilities

• Direct, assemble, and deliver daily video-based news segments.
• Assemble the complete newscast in vMix.
• Encode and deliver the finished program by established daily deadline.

Skills

vMix proficiency

Broadcast signal flow understanding

Deadline management

Broadcast graphics systems knowledge

Ability to work independently

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting, Communications, Film/Video Production

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Job Description Summary

Reporting to Senior Producer, the vMix Operator serves as the technical production engine for NJ PBS. The role involves directing, assembling, and delivering daily video‑based news segments, shows, and original programming in a single‑operator vMix environment. The operator ensures broadcast‑ready quality from start to finish, integrating graphics, audio, closed captioning, and distribution across playout, streaming, and social platforms.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as sole technical director and operator for the daily Monday–Friday newscast, working within a pre‑recorded, late‑afternoon assembly workflow.
• Build and manage show rundowns in coordination with the editorial team; ingest, log, and organize all story packages, reporter tracks, and anchor footage.
• Assemble the complete newscast in vMix, executing graphics, lower thirds, full‑screen elements, video playback, transitions, and audio mixing in a single‑operator environment.
• Ensure all segments meet broadcast quality standards for video levels, audio normalization (LKFS/R128), closed captioning integration, and format compliance.
• Encode and deliver the finished program to the central playout hub by established daily deadline, using required file formats and delivery protocols.
• Monitor and troubleshoot delivery pipelines; promptly report technical failures and maintain backup delivery procedures.
• Assemble original NJ PBS programs, specials, and documentary content using the vMix environment.
• Coordinate with producers and editors on post‑production workflows, ensuring compatibility between editing systems and vMix playout.
• Manage multi‑source productions including remote contributors via NDI, IP video, or other streaming inputs.
• Build and maintain vMix project templates for recurring show formats to ensure consistency and production efficiency.
• Operate and manage the graphics workflow within vMix, including integration with character generator tools and external design assets.
• Encode and distribute content for streaming platforms, social media, and the NJ PBS owned‑and‑operated digital hub.
• Assist in the configuration and maintenance of live streaming workflows for breaking news, special events, and digital‑first content.
• Serve as the primary operator and day‑to‑day steward of the vMix production system; collaborate with engineering and IT to maintain software licensing, updates, and hardware performance.
• Work with engineers to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with cameras, audio systems, monitors, signal routing, and network infrastructure.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering staff on systems maintenance, upgrades, and redundancy planning.
• Document production workflows, technical configurations, and delivery specifications for organizational continuity.
• Adhere to NJ PBS editorial standards and public media ethics guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting, Communications, Film/Video Production, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Required: Minimum three years of experience in broadcast television production, with demonstrated experience in a technical director or production operator role.
• Required: Hands‑on proficiency with vMix software; ability to build and execute complex productions as a single operator.
• Required: Strong understanding of broadcast signal flow, video formats (HD/4K), audio standards (PCM, LKFS/R128), and delivery file specifications.
• Required: Experience with newscast production workflows, including rundown management, package ingest, and deadline‑driven delivery.
• Required: Working knowledge of broadcast graphics systems; ability to operate and update graphics packages.
• Required: Familiarity with closed captioning integration and FCC compliance requirements.
• Required: Ability to work independently under deadline pressure with minimal supervision.
• Preferred: Experience with NDI‑based IP video workflows and remote production.
• Preferred: Familiarity with PBS technical standards, delivery requirements, and affiliate operations.
• Preferred: Experience encoding and publishing content for OTT, streaming, and social platforms.
• Preferred: Background in public media, journalism, or news production environments.
• Preferred: Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop) or equivalent; video editing experience strongly preferred.
• Preferred: Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: $76,486.40 – $84,131.83 Annual. The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity. The university values access and educational excellence and is committed to an environment of diverse perspectives. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all. Montclair State University is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities.

Contact Information

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973‑655‑5000 (Option 2), or email [e-mail].