The Operations Technician has four primary tasks: Newscast Directing, Newscast Audio Operator, Media Center Operator and Master Control Operator.
Operates studio cameras and field cameras for live and taped events
Composes and frames shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors, station management, other personnel
Adjusts positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting as requested by the directors, station management, other personnel
Operates audio equipment for live and taped events
Operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product
Collaborate with the director and studio staff to coordinate the action in the studio
Builds and decorates the set and/or provides props used for production
Assist in the installation, operation and maintenance of sound recording equipment
Operate studio graphic systems during broadcast/production
Provide audio production-related support as needed and may work with outside production facilities
Assist in digital media productions, liaising with appropriate departments
May convert analog recordings, film, or printed materials to digital format
Maintains and stores equipment, records and tapes
Requirements & Skills :
Degree in Communication or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience
Experience in television, film, or post production preferred but not required
Must be able to interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production and engineering staff
Detail oriented
Excellent communication and organization skills
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
