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Job Description
Broadcast Operations Technician
WDSU-TV, the NBC affiliate in New Orleans, LA has an opening for an experienced broadcast Operations Technician. The Operations Technician maintains the technical integrity of the station's on-air signals and its equipment from acquisition to distribution. You will support all station efforts in-house and on remote location. You will report to the Engineering Director.
Responsibilities
Operate robotic cameras and studio floor directing
Move and handle of props and sets during in-house and on-location productions (this could mean helping move heavy equipment)
Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors
Maintain and understand lighting grid and control board with knowledge to maintain proper programming; climbing ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures
Dress microphone's and IFB's for all on camera appearances
Basic multi-media computer skill and familiarity with current Internet technology including downloading of materials for promos and commercial client spots
Help with promotional effort at station-sponsored community events as assigned
Work in control room in technical positions (including camera control, audio and TD)
Non-linear editing for TV News-Creative Services Productions
Other responsibilities as assigned by the TV Operations Manager
Requirements
2+ years of experience working as an operations technician at a commercial television station with experience operating different broadcast equipment
Must have a solid background in operation of broadcast television systems and equipment
Related military experience will be considered
Must be able to work Holidays, Weekends and shifted hours based upon need when required
In-person attendance is required
Diversity Statement
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
Medical Dental Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
WDSU-TV, the NBC affiliate in New Orleans, LA has an opening for an experienced broadcast Operations Technician. The Operations Technician maintains the technical integrity of the station's on-air signals and its equipment from acquisition to distribution. You will support all station efforts in-house and on remote location. You will report to the Engineering Director.
Responsibilities
Operate robotic cameras and studio floor directing
Move and handle of props and sets during in-house and on-location productions (this could mean helping move heavy equipment)
Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors
Maintain and understand lighting grid and control board with knowledge to maintain proper programming; climbing ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures
Dress microphone's and IFB's for all on camera appearances
Basic multi-media computer skill and familiarity with current Internet technology including downloading of materials for promos and commercial client spots
Help with promotional effort at station-sponsored community events as assigned
Work in control room in technical positions (including camera control, audio and TD)
Non-linear editing for TV News-Creative Services Productions
Other responsibilities as assigned by the TV Operations Manager
Requirements
2+ years of experience working as an operations technician at a commercial television station with experience operating different broadcast equipment
Must have a solid background in operation of broadcast television systems and equipment
Related military experience will be considered
Must be able to work Holidays, Weekends and shifted hours based upon need when required
In-person attendance is required
Diversity Statement
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
Medical Dental Vision
401(k) matching
Emotional Wellness Support
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
LGBTQ+ Health Services
Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
