Newsnation - Broadcast Control Room Technician, Part-time

NewsNation

Chicago, IL, United States
$21.70 - $45.76 ph
On-site
Switch shows using ross overdrive
Operate robotic cameras
Mix live and pre-recorded audio
NewsNation is searching for a PART-TIME Control Room Technician for national newscasts based in their Chicago Headquarters studios

Job Summary

  • NewsNation is searching for a PART-TIME Control Room Technician for national newscasts based in their Chicago Headquarters studios.
  • Responsibilities include Technical Directing, operating robotic cameras, and audio mixing for live and pre-recorded programming.
  • Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans.

Matching Summary

NewsNation is searching for a PART-TIME Control Room Technician for national newscasts based in their Chicago Headquarters studios.

Salary

$21.70 - $45.76

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Switch shows using Ross OverDrive
  • Operate robotic cameras
  • Mix live and pre-recorded audio
  • Resolve live broadcast issues
  • Communicate and document effectively

Nice-to-have

  • Train others or create documentation
  • Work well in a collaborative team

Key Requirements

  • Five (5) years of experience in live television broadcast operations
  • Professional robotic video cameras and live show audio mixing required
  • Ability to distinguish colors is critical
  • ROSS Xpression/Accuity/Overdrive Systems experience strongly preferred
  • Experience with Wheatstone and CalRec audio boards preferred
  • Proficient in operation of systems including AZ Edit and Dante
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field preferred

Work Rights

Must have legal right to work in the US

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