NewsNation - Audio Operator(A2) -Part-time

About the role

NewsNation is a national news cable network currently reaching 75 million television households across the United States. The network is owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group (NXST). NewsNation is currently searching for a part-time Audio Operator (A2) for our national newscasts, based in our New York studios.

Responsibilities

• Manage the mics, IFBs and cables of talent in a live broadcast environment, including troubleshooting frequency/connection problems
• Communicate placement and issues effectively with the A1 who is mixing the show
• Conduct oneself in a professional manner with talent while completing tasks quickly and efficiently
• Act as a problem solver and quick thinker to resolve issues and work around problems that arise during live news broadcasts
• Communicate and document effectively and concisely to the rest of the team
• Be available for any shift, including weeknights and weekend mornings

Qualifications

• Membership in IBEW required
• Three plus (3+) years’ experience in professional live television broadcast operations required
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment and multitask
• Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Self-sufficiency and a “press-on-regardless” attitude
• Knowledge of mixing/comms (AZ Edit) is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field preferred

Pay

Range: $45 - $50 an hour

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but is not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part-time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.