What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Technician position at WISN-TV?
Job Description
Broadcast Operations Technician
WISN-TV, the ABC affiliate in Milwaukee, WI has a full-time opening for an experienced Broadcast Operations Technician. The Operations Technician operates the broadcast control room and master control equipment. The Operations Technician will also be responsible for communicating effectively with the news department, as this is integral for a smooth outcome of newscasts. This position supports all station efforts in-house and on remote locations.
Job Responsibilities:
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Broadcast Operations Technician
WISN-TV, the ABC affiliate in Milwaukee, WI has a full-time opening for an experienced Broadcast Operations Technician. The Operations Technician operates the broadcast control room and master control equipment. The Operations Technician will also be responsible for communicating effectively with the news department, as this is integral for a smooth outcome of newscasts. This position supports all station efforts in-house and on remote locations.
Job 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
- 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
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate and connected to the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
- Medical | Dental | Vision
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- LGBTQ Health Services
- Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.