News Operation Center Operator, NBC4

Job Description

News Operation Center Operator, NBC4 & Telemundo 52 (TEMP)

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description
This position is a temporary role that will last two months, with a possibility of extending longer.

Responsibilities
• Coordinate with News assignment desk & editorial staff as well as Media Managers for required newsfeeds via Microwave, Fiber, Satellite, and Cellular bonded news systems and future technology.
• Operate complex ENG microwave control systems, satellite systems, CBNG systems, and beauty camera systems.
• Perform Quality control on all ingested feeds including Video, Audio, Microphone levels, and IFB operation.
• Coordinate feed routing to studio control rooms.
• Coordinate IFB assignments to field crews and Helicopter via RTS and 450 radio''
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Network Operation Center / Technical Operation Center or the equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' experience with digital microwave transmission systems
• In-depth knowledge Electronic News Gathering and Digital Satellite News Gathering operations
• Knowledge and experience in remote control Electronic News Gathering control systems
• Familiarity with digital video communication systems
Eligibility Requirements
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, CA.
• This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement between the Company and the National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians Union (NABET). Successful candidate will be required to join the NABET Union if not already a member and remain a member in good standing of that union
• Willingness to work overtime, evenings, and on weekends with short notice, and respond to emergency calls

Desired Characteristics
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems, prioritize decisions, act decisively and successfully execute multiple assignments concurrently
• Detail oriented & be able to remain calm when under pressure
• Familiarity with MPEG transport streams and Television encoders
• Working knowledge of laptop editing
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Understanding of the Los Angeles communities and their location relative to terrain
• Good Interpersonal skills to communicate at all levels
• Believes that teams are smarter and more dynamic together
Additional Requirements:
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
• Salary Range: $58,594.64 - $124,072.81

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-xkk9wo-216-73-217-10-42 in your application.