Broadcast Utility Technician -Sny

Job Description

Freelance Broadcast Utility Technician -SNY

Responsibilities
• Work with technical and news staff to satisfy production needs for live, taped and automated programming, under supervision of Director & Operations Management
• Set up and check (pre-set, dress) and remove all mics and IFBs from guests prior to and after their appearance on SNY
• Pro-actively and as directed, maintain the integrity of the studio appearance and all associated audio equipment including mics, IFBs, batteries, cables etc.
• Stage sets as needed for all programming
• Maintain and inventory studio props
• Demonstrate a basic knowledge, command and operation (for breaks or primary operation as needed) of various production systems (PB, Robotics, audio operation and production switchers (automated and manual)

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree (preferably in Communications) or equivalent work experience required
• One (1) year of experience in TV studio production preferred.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs. and set / strike studio gear
• Must be willing to work flexible, non-traditional hours including nights, weekends and holidays

Additional Job Requirements
• Interested and qualified candidates must submit a resume / CV through www.nbcunicareers.com
• 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
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Ability to travel when required
• It is the policy of SNY to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
• Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
• 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.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.

Desired Characteristics

Desired Qualifications
• A1 Operator experience a plus
• Aptitude and desire to continue training at the next technical level
• Serve as fill-in for all other Tech 1 positions as needed (i.e. Robotic Camera, Video, Playback)
• 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 Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

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Salary range: $26/hr - $32/hr

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r1n9vv-3-145-94-251-42 in your application.