Audio Operator / Production Assistant

Job Description

Nexstar Media Inc is looking for Audio Operator/Production Assistant to join the newly formed duopoly in Washington, DC (Market # 9). Come live and work in the Nation's capital, not only a great place for national politics but also busy local news market. The region offers a high quality of life with some of the best museums in the country, year-round theaters, concerts, street festivals and more. The region is also a sports mecca with professional basketball, baseball, football, hockey, soccer teams. The district and its suburbs have many bike trails, has been widely recognized for is early adoption of high-tech transportation options like e-bikes and e-scooters. Washington, DC also boasts an incredible food scene with more than twenty restaurants receiving Michelin stars in 2021 alone. This is a great place to live and a great place to grow your career.

The operation of audio mixing board during live local news broadcasts and recorded shows.

Setting up sound and recording equipment, adjusting and testing the equipment. Creating,

maintaining and adjusting proper mix of sound sources in live and/or recorded production.
Operates and maintains audio devices and resources such as: audio mixing consoles,

microphones, sound playback equipment and sound reinforcement devices as required. Use of

intercom, telephone, PC's and other communications equipment for coordination of

production needs. This position will fill in on teleprompter and floor Manager as needed.

Requirements & Skills:
One year of experience in professional live broadcast studio operations (radio/TV/cable) preferred.

You must be detail-oriented and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Experience running audio board is preferred.

Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Must be self-sufficient and have a press-on-regardless, attitude.

Must work well in a collaborative team environment.

Must be willing to be flexible, working early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays and overtime as situations demand. Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field preferred.

This position is a full-time staff position.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rv3vyj-18-216-233-58-42 in your application.