Job Description

The Operations Technician will provide day-to-day control room production operation for NBC 7 and Telemundo 20 in San Diego, including technical support for broadcasts on multi-channel platforms 365 days a year. This is an entry-level, part-time, vacation fill-in position averaging fewer than 30 hrs per week, with opportunity for advancement.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coding and technical execution of local news and programming using the Ross Overdrive Automated Production Control environment and the Dalet Galaxy newsroom computer system.
• Technically produce broadcasts using a range of manual and automated processes.
• Provide direction to talent and other production crew members.
• Operate robotic cameras, audio, graphic and video playback servers/devices.
• Responsible for the ultimate technical quality of newscasts and other productions.
• Additional duties as needed/assigned.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of video production techniques (including lighting, audio, switching, editing, directing) acquired through formal education or job experience.
• Hands-on experience with production switchers, audio mixing consoles, graphics playout engines, file-based video playout, and newsroom computer systems.
• Proficiency in Windows OS, computer networking, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with any brand of Automated Production Control system a big plus.
• Knowledge of Dalet Galaxy newsroom computer system a big plus.
• Must have strong bilingual (English/Spanish) oral/written communication, interpersonal skills, the ability to work accurately and remain calm under pressure/deadlines.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with Ross Overdrive automated production control equipment.
• Experience with Dalet Galaxy newsroom computer system.
• Experience directing newscasts, leading a group of technical professionals.
• Experience with robotic camera operation, live audio mixing, and video ingest/editing/playback operations.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Self-motivated, highly creative problem-solver.
• Bilingual (Spanish).

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must have a flexible schedule; availability to work any shift 24/7 on short notice. Must be willing to work all weekends and holidays.
• Must be willing to work in San Diego, CA.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Required On-Site : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
• Hourly rate: $30/hour

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.