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Operation Technician

• Emerging Level
Skills: Live Event / On Location Services Audio / Music / Sound Camera Crew Camera Operators Grip / Lighting / Electric Technical Director Robot Camera Operator Technician

Summary

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.

Category Audio / Music / Sound  Camera Crew  Camera Operators  Floor Director  Grip / Lighting / Electric  Live Event / On Location Services  Technical Director  Technician 
Location Greater New Orleans Area
Time Period Full Time
Posted Date Nov 20, 2023
Start Date N/A
End Date N/A

Job Description

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

Job Type Full Time 
Weekly Limit N/A
Shift Day, Evening
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