Weekend Audio Operator @ Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
placeNew York, NY
attach_money $100,000
businessOn Site
schedulePart Time
Posted 21 hours ago
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Job Details
Overview
NewsNation, a national news cable network, is seeking a Weekend Audio Operator for our newscasts, based in our New York studios. The role involves managing mics, IFBs, and cables in a live broadcast environment.
Responsibilities
The candidate must:
- Manage mics, IFBs and cables during live broadcasts
- Troubleshoot frequency and connection problems
- Communicate effectively with the A1 mixing the show
- Conduct themselves professionally with talent
- Solve problems quickly during live news broadcasts
- Document and communicate issues concisely
- Focus on Weekend Morning shifts, with potential for additional shifts
- Perform additional duties as assigned by network leadership
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have:
- 3+ years’ experience in professional live television broadcast operations
- Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and multitask
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- A self-sufficient, press-on-regardless attitude
- Knowledge of mixing/comms is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications or a related field (preferred)
- Membership in IBEW
Compensation & Benefits
Pay range is $47 - $52 per hour, based on experience. Part time employees may be eligible for 401(k) and local/state leave plans, while full time employees also have access to comprehensive benefits.
Key skills/competency
- Broadcast
- Audio Operations
- Live TV
- Troubleshooting
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Technical Skills
- IBEW
How to Get Hired at Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Nexstar Media Group: Understand their culture, mission, and news network.
- Tailor Your Resume: Highlight live broadcast and technical skills.
- Showcase Experience: Demonstrate problem-solving in live environments.
- Prepare for Interviews: Practice answers related to technical troubleshooting.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review live broadcast technical protocols.
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Practice audio equipment troubleshooting.
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Familiarize with IFB systems.
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Brush up on basic mixing controls.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe past live broadcast challenges.
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Explain teamwork in high-pressure situations.
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Share conflict resolution examples.
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Outline handling last-minute changes.
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