Tessera Operator
Newsnation
Chicago, IL
TESSERA OPERATOR
Come join NewsNation, with this opportunity to help the team grow a national news network from the ground up!
We're searching for a Tessera Xpression Operator to pilot the largest news studio Tessera system in the world. Our broadcasts are fast paced and highly produced using ENPS, Ross Tessera Xpression, Carbonite Mosaic, and Overdrive.
Responsibilities:
You will respond to director's commands swiftly and with precision, switching Tessera Xpression elements during live and pre-recorded programming, while ensuring all content meets quality standards. Experience with ENPS, or the ability to quickly learn the system is essential. A background in graphic design or building switcher effects is a plus. Attention to detail and the ability to work in a large control room environment is highly desirable.
You will bring creativity, and float ideas designed to enhance the final product. You're a quick thinker and problem solver, ready to resolve existing issues and troubleshoot the challenges that will arise during live news production. You must be able to communicate effectively and concisely and may be asked to train others or create training documentation. You're self-sufficient and have a positive, press-on-regardless attitude.
Experience in other control room roles such as technical directing is a plus, and the opportunity to move into those positions is ever present as we look to build a well-rounded crew with multiple skillsets.
Qualifications:
Five plus (5+) years experience in professional live television broadcast operations required. Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field preferred.
NewsNation will be a 24/7/365 news network and schedules will reflect that. There will be the opportunity for overtime as the production schedule demands.
This position is a full-time staff position with Nexstar NewsNation, and will require membership in IBEW.
Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d21807-3-238-5-144-42 in your application.
Nexstar Media Group is America’s largest local television and media company with 196 full power stations (including partner stations) in 114 markets addressing nearly 63% of US television households and a growing digital media operation.