KCRA, the Hearst Television affiliate in Sacramento, CA, has an opening for an experienced broadcast Operations Technician (part time). 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 Assistant Chief Engineer.
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
- In person attendance required
- 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
Salary
The salary for this role is $21.45. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
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