Summary
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of broadcast operations and production activities. The Duet Operator will work together with directors and producers during production to create a unique and creative show through graphics.
Category
Audio / Music / Sound
Camera Operators
Graphic Design
Live Event / On Location Services
Technician
Location
Connecticut
Time Period
Full Time
Posted Date
Apr 27, 2023
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of broadcast operations and production activities. The Duet Operator will work together with directors and producers during production to create a unique and creative show through graphics.
This is a Freelance position, please note the shift will cover the hours from 5amET - 2pm ET (M-F).
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Must have working knowledge of Chyron and Lyric systems
- Reviews final on-air product to assure high quality and notify producers of any potential editorial problems.
- Effectively communicating with the control room team
- Assists with breaking news coverage, and last minute graphic changes
- Communicate efficiently with Sports and News and production personnel internally and externally.
- Follows directives from producers and directors during production of live and recorded sports segments and programs in the control room and studio
- Must be able to work under time pressure deadlines and willing to work different shifts or longer shifts due to "breaking news,"etc.
- Ability to build show elements in third party software systems a plus
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
- At least 1 year of "hands-on" experience with Chyron
- Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news
- Since the schedules will rotate, you must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and overnights, and holidays. Must be able to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift with little or no notice if needed
- Experience with ELC OPERATIONS – calling and cutting News Broadcasts, Camera Robotics, Audio Consoles, Playout Servers, and Graphics Playback
Additional Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Communications or equivalent
- Experience with building and creating Chyron elements from scratch
Job Type
Contract
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day, Evening, Overnight