What are the responsibilities and job description for the Studio Technician - WFOX TV position at Cox Media Group?
Location:FL-Jacksonville
Job Title: Studio Technician - WFOX TV
Full Time/Part Time:Full Time
WFOX Jacksonville TV is looking for a Studio Technician that wants a foot in the door to television news production. This person will be responsible for assisting and supporting the Producer and/or the Director for all show production needs.
- Stage and manage the daily newscasts
- Check all floor equipment and set pieces for proper operation and visual aesthetics
- Responsible for studio lighting, general maintenance, and wireless microphone batteries
- Run scripts and news updates to and from the newsroom and studio
- Operate teleprompter and Vinten robotic cameras
- Assist with public service and commercial production
- Assist in other News department projects as needed
- Manage the studio floor for live and recorded programming
- Contribute to digital and radio platforms as needed
- Schedule may include nights, weekends, and or holidays
- 1 year of broadcast, film or editing experience
- Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems
- Detail oriented
- Familiarity with computers and basic digital programs
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, moving bulky set pieces, climbing ladders as needed
- Minimum two years of college preferred
- Live television experience preferred
About Cox Media Group
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 54 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 11 markets; a Washington, DC news bureau; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visitwww.coxmediagroup.com.
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