Operations Technician / Director

Part Time Job
Part-Time Operations Technician / Director

WGAL, the Hearst Television NBC affiliate in Lancaster, PA has an opening for an experienced Part-time broadcast Operations Technician/Director. The Operations Technician maintains the technical integrity of the station's on-air signals and its equipment from acquisition to distribution. The Operations Technician/Director will be responsible to communicate effectively with the production department, as this is integral for a smooth outcome of newscasts. This position supports all station efforts in-house and on remote location.

Job Responsibilities:

• Direct graphics heavy newscasts

• Coordinate and lead technical staff assigned to control room during newscasts

• Make critical on-air decisions in a fast paced dynamic environment

• Accurately and concisely communicate with production crew during newscasts

• Contribute and collaborate on the development of newscasts with other Directors and Producers

• Operate cameras and studio floor directing

• Moving and handling of props and sets during in-house and on-location productions (this could mean assisting in moving heavy equipment)

• Work with Lead Director and Operations Manager to carry out the vision and aesthetic standards of the station

• Maintain appearance of studios including cleaning of set and floors

• Maintain appearance of production control including cleaning of worktops

• Maintain and understand lighting grid and control board with knowledge to maintain proper programming. Ability to climb ladders to change light bulbs and adjust fixtures as needed.

• Basic multi-media computer skill and familiarity with current Internet technology including downloading of materials for promos and commercial client spots

• Assist with facility maintenance and technical projects as required.

• Work as needed in control room in technical positions (including live shot setup, audio and director)

• Other duties as assigned by the TV Operations Manager

Experience Requirements:
• Should have experience working as an operations technician or director at a collegiate or commercial television station with experience in operating a wide variety of broadcast equipment

• Related military experience will be considered

Qualification Requirements:
• Must have a solid background in operation of broadcast television systems and equipment

Education:

• College Degree preferred but not required

• Military training and experience will be considered