Operations Technician

Job Description

Operations Technician (part-time)

WKRN-TV is seeking a part-time Operations Technician. The ideal candidate must have a strong desire to learn all aspects of the television news industry, be dependable, able to communicate will with others and be able to work varying schedules including weekends and holidays.
• Operates teleprompter during live broadcasts.
• Maintains a clean and operational studio, including microphones, lights, monitors and set.
• Maintains programming logs as required by station management
• Segments content and clips to the server and then trims and modifies it
• Selects sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted
• Verifies Closed Captioning for all channels.
• Reports equipment problems and ensures that repairs are made and makes emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible
• Ensures the station's compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
• Strong PC/MS Office experience

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
Operations Technician must be able to stand, sit, reach, climb, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gxkwpq-3-144-252-140-42 in your application.