Broadcast Operations Technician
WESH-TV, the Hearst-owned NBC affiliate in the Orlando market, has an opening for a Part-Time broadcast Operations Technician. The Operations Technician works mostly in the studio operating robotic cameras or floor directing. Should be available to work various shifts, weekends and occasional holidays. You will report to the News 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
- Occasionally run teleprompter
- Cross train on Ignite coding
- Operate ENG camera and floor direct for special projects
- Work in control room in technical positions (including camera control, audio and TD)
- Non-linear editing for TV News-Creative Services Productions
- Keep up with microphone and other batteries, making sure they maintain a full charge
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the TV Operations Manager
- In person attendance required
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
- Live news experience is a plus
- Can easily carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
- Related military experience will be considered
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