What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT Technician position at Detroit Public Media?
Who we are:
Detroit PBS is Michigan’s largest and most-watched public television station serving Southeastern Michigan and serves the most diverse public television audience in the country. Detroit PBS is also the state’s only community-licensed station, meaning it operates independent of any educational, government or other institution. Its funding comes from the community it serves.
Each week more than two million people watch our five broadcast channels, and nearly 200,000 people listen to our radio station, 90.9 WRCJ for classical days and jazzy nights. In addition, Detroit PBS is building the next generation of public media with our rapidly growing digital presence, which has grown to reach more than half a million unique visitors through our website, YouTube channels, and social media platforms each month.
Our core values: excellence, innovation, trust, diversity, engagement and financial sustainability are evident in everything we do. From the engaging content we provide to the way we work with viewers, supporters, board members and employees, to the local events we host, Detroit PBS connects with thousands of our fellow community members each year.
For more information about Detroit PBS, please visit the website https://www.detroitpbs.org/.
The Opportunity
We are actively seeking dynamic and diverse team members to join us in the role of Part Time Technician (IBEW) in Wixom, MI.
Due to the project nature of our business, Detroit PBS relies on Part Time Technicians to support the changing needs of our organization. Part Time Technicians support us in staffing projects, long and short, to ensure we are able to provide the high-quality productions that our community has come to know and love. Our flexible scheduling allows Technicians to work for multiple employers at one time. Detroit PBS offers a creative and educational work environment and provides the ability for Technicians to network within the industry and make connections with our many partners. Technicians are eligible to join the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) after 200 hours of employment.
Technicians at Detroit PBS will perform technical assignments, operate variety of television broadcast equipment, and perform equipment maintenance in studio and remote locations.
Skills
- Experience working in multiple broadcast positions including but not limited to: Studio and Field Camera Operation, Technical Directing (TD), Audio, Character Generator (CG), Lighting and Editing.
- Ability to work well with others in a fast paced and high pressure environment
- Commitment to quality and continuous improvement
- Ability to work without direct supervision
- Knowledge of state-of-the-art broadcast technology
Qualifications
- 2 years of relevant college education or 2 years of work experience
- Experience or familiarity with television broadcast production equipment preferred
- FCC Commercial Radio Operator License or SBE certification preferred
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Available to work varied hours including weekends
Work Environment
- Opportunities to participate in personal and professional development programs.
- Opportunities to serve our mission and community.
- Great work environment.
- Flexible schedule.
*No telephone calls or third parties.
Detroit Public Media, d/b/a Detroit PBS and WRCJ 90.9 FM, is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability status, marital status, military status, or protected veteran status. Employment decisions at Detroit PBS will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. The specific statements above are not intended to be all inclusive.