Production Operations Technician

This is a Part Time Job

Provide day-to-day Control Room production operation for NBC 7 and Telemundo 20 in San Diego, including technical support for broadcasts on multi-channel platforms 365 days a year. This is an entry-level, part-time, vacation fill-in position averaging fewer than 25 hours per week, with opportunity for advancement.

Job Responsibilities
• Coding and technical execution of local news and programming using the Ross Video's Overdrive Automated Production Control environment and the Dalet's Galaxy newsroom computer system.
• Technically produce broadcasts using a range of manual and automated processes.
• Operate robotic cameras, audio, graphic and video playback servers/devices.
• Provide direction to talent and other production crew members.
• Responsible for the ultimate technical quality of newscasts and other productions.
• Additional duties as needed/assigned.

Qualifications
• Comprehensive understanding of video production techniques (including lighting, audio, switching, editing, directing) acquired through formal education or job experience.
• Hands-on experience with production switchers, audio mixing consoles, graphics playout engines, file-based video playout, and newsroom computer systems.
• Proficiency in Windows OS, computer networking, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with any brand of Automated Production Control system a big plus.
• Knowledge of Dalet Galaxy newsroom computer system a big plus.
• Must have strong bilingual (English/Spanish) oral/written communication, interpersonal skills, the ability to work accurately and remain calm under pressure/deadlines.

Eligibility Requirements:
• Applicants must submit a resume/CV through the link below to be considered.
• Must have a flexible schedule; availability to work any shift 24/7 on short notice. Must be willing to work all weekends and holidays.
• Must be willing to work in San Diego, CA.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Desired Skills
• Experience with Ross Video Overdrive automated production control equipment.
• Experience with Dalet Galaxy newsroom computer system.
• Experience directing newscasts, leading a group of technical professionals.
• Experience with robotic camera operation, live audio mixing, and video ingest/editing/playback operations.
• Self-motivated, highly creative problem-solver, great team player.