production technician Washington, DC

The Washington Post

Full Time Washington, DC 62606 - 44285 USD ANNUAL Today

Job description

Job Description

Do you love all things Audio/Visual? Have you led A/V production for live, high-profile events where sound and video quality make the difference in an event being streamed by millions and not seen or heard at all? The Washington Post is looking for a Production Technician to assist with the management and operation of all production and A/V for our Live Center, used for internal and public-facing events.

Motivations:

You demonstrate a pro-active approach to task-based work assignments and time management skills
You strive for operational excellence
You are a proponent for having backup systems, processes, and solutions in place. You have a plan A, B and C for any situation
You are organized and have an eye for detail
You enjoy the fast-paced environment of live production

Responsibilities:

Set up, trouble-shoot and operate all Live Center A/V and production equipment with assistance
from internal and external crew
Operate Newtek Tri-caster switcher and other related software and hardware
Operate audio mixers (Yamaha QL5 and Behringer X32) for live events
Operate camera PTZ controls for live events
Operate lighting board (DOT 2)
Make suggestions and recommendations to increase efficiency, effectiveness and overall quality within the A/V operations
Consult and ideate with the event teams for future enhancements for the live event experience
Test and ensure preparedness of broadcast systems prior to scheduled use
Maintain the control room and event space for The Washington Post Live Center, ensuring high quality equipment condition, accessibility, and maintenance scheduling
Coordinate with vendors as related to external A/V production, manufacturing, and installation companies
Maintain and update production related databases, operating instructions and SOPs.

Qualifications:

Understanding of broadcast signal flow, live streaming and encoding
3-5 years of live production experience in a specialized role
A good working knowledge of current A/V standards and equipment such as HDMI, HDCP, Dolby Atmos, Dante, NewTek Tri-Casters and familiarity with NDI Tools
Understanding of streaming and recording digital formats
Strong analytical and proven technical problem-solving skills, along with the ability to convey decision making to senior managers and customers
A natural curiosity to learn about our business and be able to provide insight into new opportunities for innovation and improvement
The ability to problem-solve in fast paced and high-pressure situations
The ability to work alone and in a collaborative environment
The flexibility to work evenings and weekends, based on event schedules
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A pro-active approach to task-based work assignments and time management skills

The Post strives to provide its readers with high-quality, trustworthy news and information while constantly innovating. That mission is best served by a diverse, multi-generational workforce with varied life experiences and perspectives. All cultures and backgrounds are welcomed.

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