Media Prep Technician, Sconsin

Job Description

Media Prep Technician, Sconsin

Join our team at WGBA-NBC 26 in Green Bay, Wisconsin as a Media Prep Technician where you'll be the technical backbone of our broadcast operations. In this role, you'll ensure our viewers receive high-quality programming by maintaining critical broadcast equipment, monitoring transmissions, and troubleshooting technical issues in real-time within our h/ubbed master control environment.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Observe, record and operate transmitter power and frequency readings, adjusting them to legal limits if necessary, in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations
• Align satellite receiver dish, adjusting audio and video levels as well as recording programs while down linking satellite feeds
• Monitor back-timing and adjust all ''On Air'' material within the automation system
• Dub commercials and program into video servers with proper technical parameters
• Load and play back pre-recorded programs, public service announcements and news material
• Record and ingest programs, promotions, public service announcements and news material
• May be responsible for acquisition of satellite and ENG News remotes
• May perform various backup activities including camera shading or production audio
• Operate On-Air automation equipment, master control switchers and transmitter remote control
• Read various scopes and other technical monitoring equipment
• Troubleshoot and respond to malfunctioning electronic broadcast equipment needed for on-air operations
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Specialized training/certification may be required
• Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Working knowledge of Master Control in a broadcast television station
• Working knowledge of video servers, scopes and switcher operation
• Knowledge of transmitter power parameters
• Strong computer skills including file transfer and storage, transcoding processes
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
• Good organization, attention to detail and proactivity
• Ability to maintain composure and accuracy under exacting specifications and immediate deadlines
• Strong mathematical skills, especially with addition and subtraction
• Strong communication skills
• Organized and detail oriented
• Must be an eager, motivated, reliable individual and willing to work as part of a team
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Work hours vary due to newscast coverage and special programming
• Shift work, weekends and nights are possible and expected due to special projects, news events, and vacation coverage
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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-j66121-216-73-216-161-42 in your application.