Production Technician

WNCT TV in Greenville, NC is looking for a Production Technician to join our team! The Production Technician has four primary tasks: Newscast Directing, Newscast Audio Operator, Media Center Operator and Master Control Operator.

• •Operates studio cameras and field cameras for live and taped events
• •Composes and frames shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors, station management, other personnel
• •Adjusts positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting as requested by the directors, station management, other personnel
• •Operates audio equipment for live and taped events
• •Operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product

• •Collaborate with the director and studio staff to coordinate the action in the studio
• •Builds and decorates the set and/or provides props used for production
• •Assist in the installation, operation and maintenance of sound recording equipment
• •Operate studio graphic systems during broadcast/production
• •Provide audio production-related support as needed and may work with outside production facilities
• •Assist in digital media productions, liaising with appropriate departments
• •May convert analog recordings, film, or printed materials to digital format
• •Maintains and stores equipment, records and tapes

Requirements & Skills :

• •Degree in Communication or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience
• •Experience in television, film, or post production preferred but not required
• •Must be able to interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production and engineering staff
• •Detail oriented
• •Excellent communication and organization skills