Studio Technician

This is a Full Time Job

We are seeking a dynamic and flexible Freelance Studio Technician to join our team. This part-time position involves performing essential duties on the studio floor during live broadcasts and recorded production sessions. The schedule varies from week to week, offering a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced and exciting newscast environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Serve as a floor director during live and pre-taped broadcasts.
• Read and follow rundowns, adapting to changes as they occur.
• Communicate with talent and facilitate blocking movements and camera shot setup.
• Operate studio ETC lighting console, JIB camera, Vinten robotic camera pedestals, and other equipment.
• Load and operate the teleprompter.
• Expect varied shifts, vacation coverage, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; a degree from a university or college is a plus.
• Five years of experience in a television station, with at least two years working as part of the crew for a live newscast.
• Steadicam experience is a plus.
• Schedule flexibility and an interest in learning in the newscast environment.
• Solid foundational computer skills.
• Ability to perform duties under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $12.00-15.00 per hour. We provide medical/dental/vision insurance and 401k after they meet eligibility criteria and any State required time-off, in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.