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Broadcast Operations Technician (Part time)

Hearst264 open roles

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Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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Your applicationOpen nowBroadcast Operations Technician (Part time)Hearst · Pittsburgh, PA, United States

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  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 58.0%60 days
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The posting

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.

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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.

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