Broadcast Operations Technician

This is a Full Time Job

WCVB, the ABC affiliate in Boston has an opening for an experienced full-time Broadcast Operations Technician. The Broadcast Operations Technician maintains the technical integrity of the station's on-air signals and its equipment from acquisition to distribution. Prior experience as a Technical Director operating a switcher for live newscasts is desirable. You will support all station efforts in-house and on remote productions. This position is part of the IBEW union and you will report to the Technical Operations Manager.

Responsibilities
• Technical Directing using a Sony 8000 video switcher with video and graphics playback
• Operate various technical positions including robotic cameras, lighting and audio consoles in control room and on remote productions
• Master Control operations and Air Assist functions across multiple broadcast platforms
• ENG Receive acquisition and distribution
• Floor Directing in studio and at remote productions
• Move and handle props and sets during in-house and remote productions (this could mean helping move heavy equipment)
• Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors
• Maintain and understand lighting grid and control board with knowledge to maintain proper programming; ability to climb ladders, change light bulbs and adjust fixtures
• Dress microphone's and IFB's for on camera appearances
• Basic multi-media computer skills and familiarity with current Internet technology including downloading of materials for promos and commercial client spots
• Assist with various technical needs on remote productions
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Technical Operations Manager

Requirements
• 2 years of experience working as an operations technician at a commercial television station with experience operating different broadcast equipment
• Must have a solid background in operation of broadcast television systems and equipment
• Related military experience will be considered.