Position Summary
The Production Technician position has core responsibility elements to include floor directing, teleprompter, camera operations, and board operations.
The WREG ideal candidate must have a thorough understanding and knowledge of broadcast television production. Duties for the part-time Production Technician include:
- Floor directing
- Teleprompter
- Studio camera operation
- Studio lighting board operation
- Guest and talent management
- Other duties as assigned
Additional required skills include but are not limited to:
- Audio
- Proper placement of microphones on news anchors and guests
- Ability to handle unexpected and last minute changes
- Ability to effectively communicate those changes promptly to studio talent
The Production Technician must possess the ability to work promptly, under pressure in a cohesive team environment, have clear verbal skills and be reliable with a great attitude. Must be able to work holidays, weekends and flexible schedules being mindful part of fun here is being a 24/7 operation.
Principal Functions Essential to the Job
- Set up, test & operate all audio sources for broadcast and/or pre-production
- Thoroughly understanding all audio equipment
- Meet with director to find out show responsibilities and properly execute them
- Ability to operate studio camera and floor directing duties
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
- A degree in communications or its equivalent
- One year experience in a television or production facility
- Ability to type 35 WPM and must possess accurate spelling skills
- Knowledge of various audio equipment, both playback and recording is preferred
- Valid drivers license is required