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Hearst Media Services
Broadcast Operations Technician part time
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A Broadcast Technician operates audio equipment and transmitters for a radio or television station. Operates and maintains equipment that regulates signal strength for a station. Arranges sound equipment and monitors the volume and quality of sound for programs; synchronizes sound with visual images for television shows or other broadcast events such as sports games. May edit recorded shows or productions.
$61,956 / year median in Pennsylvania
-6% projected decline
Job Description
Broadcast Operations Technician part time Hearst Media Services - 3.5 Pittsburgh, PA Job Details Part-time 6 hours ago Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description WTAE-TV, the ABC affiliate in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking an experienced Part-Time Broadcast Operations Technician to join our Engineering team. This position is responsible for delivering and monitoring the station's on-air signals from content acquisition through distribution. The successful candidate will support both in-studio and remote production operations and report directly to the Assistant Chief Engineer . Responsibilities Operate and manage file-based broadcast workflows, including media preparation, playlist management, recording schedules, and robotic camera shot recall. Operate and monitor studio and transmission equipment, including: Broadcast automation systems Robotic cameras Satellite downlinks HD video servers Perform floor directing duties during live and recorded productions, communicating effectively with anchors, reporters, and other on-air talent to ensure seamless coordination between the control room and the studio. Operate and monitor broadcast automation systems to ensure accurate execution of on-air playlists, commercial breaks, and programming. Monitor video and audio quality using waveform monitors, vectorscopes, and other quality control equipment to ensure broadcast standards are met. Identify technical issues quickly and communicate equipment problems promptly to Engineering staff to minimize operational disruptions. Support station operations during live broadcasts, special events, and remote productions. Qualifications Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. Strong decision-making skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues and respond effectively under time-sensitive conditions. Highly proficient with computers and comfortable learning new software and broadcast technologies. Experience with file-based media workflows and modern broadcast automation systems is strongly preferred. Reliable, punctual, and able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Valid Pennsylvania driver's license and dependable transportation. Able to stand for long periods of time. Able to lift and carry 50 lbs. Preferred Experience Television control room and studio operations experience. Education or training in Broadcast Communications, Electronics, or a related technical field. Technical School degree, Electronics Certification, and/or Society of Broadcast Engineers (SBE) Certification. Military technical experience is welcomed and will be considered. Diversity Statement At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.