Media Prep Technician

Job Description

Media Prep Technician

Are you passionate about the technical side of broadcasting and ready to be at the heart of live television operations? KXLF in Butte, Montana is seeking a skilled Media Prep Technician who will ensure seamless on-air operations and serve as a technical expert in our studio operations and news remote functions. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge broadcast technology while playing a crucial part in delivering quality programming to our community.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Observe, record and operate transmitter power and frequency readings, adjusting them to legal limits if necessary, in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
• Align satellite receiver dish, adjusting audio and video levels as well as recording programs while down linking satellite feeds.
• Monitor back-timing and adjust all ''On Air'' material within the automation system.
• Dub commercials and program into video servers with proper technical parameters.
• Load and play back pre-recorded programs, public service announcements and news material.
• Record and ingest programs, promotions, public service announcements and news material.
• May be responsible for acquisition of satellite and ENG News remotes. May also be asked to perform various backup activities including, but not limited to camera shading or production audio.
• Operate On-Air automation equipment, master control switchers and transmitter remote control.
• Read various scopes and other technical monitoring equipment.
• Troubleshoot and respond to malfunctioning electronic broadcast equipment needed for on-air operations.
• Other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Specialized training/certification may be required
• Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Working knowledge of Master Control in a broadcast television station.
• Working knowledge of video servers, scopes and switcher operation.
• Knowledge of transmitter power parameters.
• Strong computer skills including file transfer and storage, transcoding processes.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. Good organization, attention to detail and proactivity.
• Ability to maintain composure and accuracy under exacting specifications and immediate deadlines.
• Strong mathematical skills, especially with addition and subtraction.
• Strong communication skills.
• Organized and detail oriented.
• Must be an eager, motivated, reliable individual and willing to work as part of a team.
BUTTE: THE RICHEST HILL ON EARTH
There's no place like Butte in Montana. Frankly, there are few places in the entire country that can compare to the scenic beauty, rich history, and community pride that Butte possesses. Known as the ''Richest Hill on Earth,'' Butte's wealth is not from the ore veins mined out a generation before, but from the hard-earned character and limitless generosity of its people. You'd be hard-pressed to find a friendlier and more helpful populous than the good folks of Butte.
Butte is the heart of Montana. Located in the Summit Valley, Butte is cradled by the majestic peaks of the Rockies along the Continental Divide. It conveniently sits at the intersection of Interstate 15 and Interstate 90, making it the perfect hub to take you anywhere in the Treasure State. Butte is just a few minutes' drive in any direction to premium blue-ribbon fishing rivers and streams. Some of the finest ski slopes are less than an hour away. There are also plenty of outdoor activities within the city itself. There are abundant trails for hiking in the summer and cross-country skiing in winter. The local mountain range known as the East Ridge is home to some of the best mountain biking in the world, where the prestigious Butte 100 Mountain Bike Race is held annually.
Butte's historic Uptown is famed for its grand architecture, which connects the town to its storied past. The Uptown is so uniquely picturesque that it has captured the creative eyes of photographers and those in the film industry.
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