at Nexstar Media Group in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Who we are: NewsNation is a national news cable network currently reaching approximately 75 million television households across the United States. The network is owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group (NXST). NewsNation is currently searching for a Steadicam/Jib Operator for our national newscasts, based in our Chicago headquarters.
Responsibilities:
+ The successful candidate will be able to listen to director’s commands and react swiftly and accurately for correctly positioning and framing shots including the x/y axis and for camera “shading” and color correction for multiple cameras.
+ Must be able to make smooth on-air moves.
+ Must be proficient with operation of broadcast equipment within assigned area, including set up programming and troubleshooting the Steadicam & jib systems and maintenance of vests and related equipment.
+ May be asked to train others or create training documentation.
+ Be able to communicate and document effectively and concisely to the rest of the team. Must be self-sufficient and have a press-on-regardless attitude.
+ All day parts (mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) may be a part of the schedule with overtime as situations demand.
Qualifications:
+ Five plus (5+) years’ experience running professional vest managed steadicam & jib cameras, in professional live television broadcast operations required.
+ A 40-pound weight minimum is a consideration for this role – Must be able to lift, carry, and move with a minimum of 40lbs
+ Other engineering experience in areas of robotic camera operation a plus
+ Candidate should be a problem solver and quick thinker to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live news.
+ You must be detail-oriented and be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
+ Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
+ Must be self-sufficient and have a “press-on-regardless” attitude.
This position is a full-time staff position which will require membership in IBEW.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.