• Broadcast Control Room Technician/Part-Time…

    Nexstar Media Group (Chicago, IL)


    Who we are: NewsNation is a national news cable network currently reaching 75 million television households across the United States. The network is owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group (NXST). NewsNation is currently searching for a PART-TIME Control Room Technician for our national newscasts, based in our Chicago Headquarters studios . Our ideal candidate would meet multiple qualifications of the responsibilities below:

    Responsibilities:

    + Operation of Robotic Cameras: Correctly position and frame shots, including the x/y axis, camera “shading” and color correction for multiple cameras in multiple locations. Must be able to make smooth on-air moves.

    + Audio Technician (A1): Must be proficient in use of audio consoles and corresponding audio support systems to mix a clean show during live and pre-recorded programming.

    + Steadicam/Jib Operation: Proficiency with choreography and balance required for smooth shots on Studio Camera (Steadi and/or Jib).

    + Editing: Proficiency in Adobe Premiere; able to cut VO, SOTs, Packages.

    + Feed Room/Transmission: Proficiency in Bonded Cellular, Zoom, Scheduled Recordings. Responsible for all incoming transmission QC.

    + Candidate should be able to think critically and work ahead to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live news broadcasts.

    + Be able to communicate effectively and concisely to the rest of the team and management.

    + All day parts (mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) may be a part of the schedule, with overtime as breaking news situations demand.

    Qualifications:

    + Five (5) years of experience in professional live television broadcast operations running professional robotic video cameras and live show audio mixing required.

    + This position requires correct evaluation of picture color and tone. The ability to distinguish colors is critical.

    + Experience with Wheatstone a plus,CalRec audio board experience preferred.

    + Must work well in a collaborative team environment and be able to multitask.

    + Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

    + Be detail-oriented and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

    + Technical Directing experience is a plus.

    + Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field preferred.

    + Must have the legal right to work in the US. We unfortunately will not be providing visa sponsorship.

     

    This position is a Part-Time as-needed staff position which will require membership in IBEW (1220).

     

    Salary Range: $49.41 per hour

     

    Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.

     

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    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 disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.