Operations Technician

At Nexstar, every individual’s contribution and personal growth is encouraged. We honor diversity and foster work environments that provide personal pride through job satisfaction and a balanced life. We promote open communication, innovation, creativity, and we strive for excellence in all our endeavors.

 We are currently hiring an Operations Technician at our KFDX station in Wichita Falls, Texas. KFDX was named TV Station of the Year by the Texas Association of Broadcasters. We are the #1 news station in our area. If we sound like a company you want to work for, then apply now!

The Operations Technician is responsible for operating television cameras to record scenes for live and recorded broadcasts.

• Operates studio cameras and field cameras for live and taped events
• Composes and frames shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors, station management, and other personnel
• Adjusts positions and controls of cameras to change focus, exposure and lighting as requested by the directors, station management, other personnel
• Operates audio equipment for live and taped events
• Operates computer editing systems, electronic titling systems, video switching equipment, and digital video effects units to produce a final product
• Collaborate with the director and studio staff to coordinate the action in the studio
• Builds and decorates the set and/or provides props used for production
• Assist in the installation, operation and maintenance of sound recording equipment
• Operate studio graphic systems during broadcast/production
• Provide audio production-related support as needed and may work with outside production facilities
• Assist in digital media productions, liaising with appropriate department

Requirements & Skills:

• Degree in Communication or related field, or equivalent training and/or experience
• Experience in post-production preferred but not required
• Must be able to interact well with video journalists, anchors, videographers, news managers, production, and engineering staff
• Detail oriented
• Excellent communication and organization skills

• EEO Statement:
  Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled