Hearst

Operations Technician

Hearst  •  Cincinnati, OH (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

WLWT-TV, the NBC affiliate of Hearst Television in Cincinnati, Ohio, has an opening for a full-time Broadcast Operations Technician. The Operations Technician is responsible for maintaining the technical integrity of the station’s on-air systems and equipment, from acquisition through distribution. This role supports all station operations. This role reports to the Chief Engineer.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain on-air operations, including the playback of commercials, network programming, and local content.
  • Operate and troubleshoot master control automation systems.
  • Comply with FCC monitoring requirements and Emergency Alert System (EAS) procedures.
  • Operate studio equipment such as robotic camera system, audio equipment including audio board, production switchers, graphics systems, and video servers.
  • Collaborate with field crews to coordinate cellular (TVU) live shots.
  • Ingest and prepare content for on-air playback.
  • Assist Systems Technologists with facility projects and maintenance of the technical plant, as needed.
  • Utilize basic multimedia computer skills and demonstrate familiarity with current internet technologies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Chief Engineer and Chief Engineer.
  • Maintain regular in-person attendance as required.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of one year of experience as an operations Technician or Engineer in a commercial television station, with hands-on experience operating a wide range of broadcast equipment.
  • Strong understanding of broadcast television systems and operations.
  • Availability to work all shifts, including holidays.

Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Relevant military training and experience will be considered.

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

  • Medical | Dental | Vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Emotional Wellness Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • LGBTQ+ Health Services
  • Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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About Hearst

As one of the nation’s largest global, diversified information, services and media companies, Hearst has been leading with purpose and integrity and innovating for more than a century. With a mission to inform audiences and improve lives, the company’s portfolio includes global financial services leader Fitch Group; Hearst Health, a group of medical information and services businesses; Hearst Transportation, which includes CAMP Systems International, a major provider of software-as-a-service solutions for managing the maintenance of jets and helicopters; 35 television stations; 24 daily and 52 weekly newspapers; more than 200 magazine editions around the world and ownership in cable television networks A&E, HISTORY, Lifetime and ESPN.

Leading with purpose, Hearst is always moving forward. With a commitment to the highest quality in our products and services, we’re investing in healthcare solutions to help improve patient outcomes and technology that curbs emissions. Our brands are providing vital analysis, data and software to the global financial services industry; delivering important service and investigative journalism; and inspiring audiences with sports and entertainment programming. And we are dedicated to serving the communities it operates in, both civically and philanthropically.

Industry
Media & Publishing
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
New York, NY
Year Founded
Unknown
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