• Full Time
  • Anywhere

WFLA-TV

Nexstar Media Group,Inc.

DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented TV News ENG (Electronic News Gathering) / SNG (Satellite News Gathering) Coordinator to oversee the logistical and technical coordination of live news broadcasts.  This role is responsible for ensuring all ENG/SNG equipment, crew and transmissions are properly arranged and executed for smooth and uninterrupted coverage of news events.


JOB EXPERIENCE

  • Tune-in video from various sources and work closely with news crews, producers, and engineers to coordinate live shots for newscasts
  • Receive and record video signals from ENG/microwave, satellite, and bonded cellular technologies
  • Route and send video to other stations via satellite, bonded cellular, FTP, transfer websites and network streaming systems
  • Coordinate video for requests to and from partner / affiliate stations, including editing said video when needed
  • Monitor strength, clarity, and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals to ensure quality broadcasts with consistent and interrupted signals
  • Organize and assign IFB communications for field crew live shots
  • Report equipment problems and ensure repairs are made when necessary
  • Review edited video for incorrect content and possible technical issues
  • Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

  • Technical experience with digital electronics, broadcasting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
  • Fluency in English
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Minimum one year experience with digital electronics systems in a television broadcasting environment (more or less depending on market size)
  • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment
  • Strong PC/MS Office experience
  • Experience with digital transmitters and other broadcast-related equipment
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to work irregular hours, including weekends and holidays, as news events require

ADDITIONAL INFO


HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar

http://www.wfla.com