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Job Description

Freelance A1 (Audio Operator) -SNY

Responsibilities

Job Duties:
• Work with technical and news staff to satisfy production needs for live, taped and automated programming under supervision of Director and Operations management.
• Familiarity with 5.1 surround sound, up mixing and down mixing and operation of associated support equipment.
• Work creatively and collaboratively with Production and Operations management to establish sound production practices for the delivery of content within sports, news, and topical programming.
• Become fully knowledgeable in all aspects of operation and basic maintenance of the production audio systems including but not limited to: audio console, RTS intercom system programming, audio server, routing, RF microphones/ IFBs as well as other audio or communication related support systems.
• Perform daily set-up operations and continuously monitor audio levels from all sources across multiple studios to ensure consistent quality in accordance with established industry standards and guidelines.
• Pro-actively and as directed, maintain the integrity of all associated audio and support equipment, notifying Operations management should either need to be replaced, repaired or ordered

Qualifications

Qualifications
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU's Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to travel as required
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment or adhere to enhanced protocols in select work settings or where jurisdictionally mandated.

Desired Characteristics
• Qualified applicants must demonstrate and maintain an understanding of established industry standards, equipment and quality control
• Proficiency in iNEWS or similar newsroom computer system a plus
• Familiarity with NY sports a plus
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills required
• Must be a collaborative team player who works well with others, in a fast paced, dynamic studio environment
• Available to work flexible, non-traditional hours including weekends and holidays

Additional Job Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree (preferably in Communications) or equivalent work experience required
• Pervious related A1 experience in live, multi-camera studio production preferred
• Previous experience with SSL audio boards, RTS intercom systems & ENCO audio servers a plus
• Configuration knowledge of the RTS Adam Edit communication system preferred
• Knowledge of all commonly used RF and wired microphones, IFB and PL systems
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. and set / strike studio gear

Additional Information

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Salary range: $35/hr - $45/hr

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d99ob7-18-116-13-113-42 in your application.