ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

Local Media Operations Department at Televisa Univision is looking for a Freelance Technical Operator to join our team!

ABOUT YOU:

The candidate must be passionate, driven, Flexible and willing to contribute in as part of operations department.

YOUR DAY-DAY:

Assist all elements of on-air elements, audio, and video of a station television program or segmentBlocking, coding of rundown and production execution of a newscast, pre-recorded show, live cut-ins, pre-recorded cut-ins and station ID’sCoding and technical execution of local news and programming utilizing Ross OverdriveStudio Control Operation - Knowledge of Vizrt Graphics Operation SoftwareDirect Live Show - Knowledge of Ross switcher, Ross Overdrive and Avid ecosystem.Candidate should have a good understanding of working in an automated news environmentProvide direction to talent and other production crew members.Knowledge of control room production within a 24-hour news cycle including Robo-Cam Operation and Lighting Operation. Knowledge of Inbound feed management, prep/processing, and routing (Microwave & Satellite) - Avid Capture Recording Equipment.Communication with all departments at station, master control operations hub and sat ops centersA individual who has experience as a Director / Technical Director or both.

YOU HAVE:

College /bachelor’s degree or equivalent; Technical school acceptable.Must have minimum of four years of industry experience and understanding of television production.Required to have the ability to work well both independently and in a team environment and demonstrate ability to remain calm under pressure and think critically.Applicant must be able to work with and solid understanding of newsroom computers systems and applications used for producing segments, Non-linear Editing - Knowledge of Avid Media Composer and Media Central editing software and basic programs: Inews, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Numbers and Keynote.Strong communication skills to effectively work with Colleagues, Producers, Talent and Managers.Exceptional Team player who displays a positive and proactive work ethic and can work effectively under tight deadlines.Must have Valid Driver’s License and good driving record.Must be Bilingual (English/Spanish)This position will require the employee to be a member or join the NABET bargaining unit.

Univision is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.