Live Events Truck Broadcast Technician en Forum Communications

WDAY, the ABC affiliate in Fargo, ND, is seeking a Live Events Truck Technician to join our team. Successful applicant will be self-motivated, detail-oriented and a team player. Broadcast engineers collaborate with producers, directors, and other staff to guarantee the quality and reliability of broadcasts, address technical issues as they arise, and stay abreast of technological advancements to implement state-of-the-art broadcasting solutions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Installation, repair, and maintenance of state of the art studio broadcast equipment, including high definition video play out servers, cameras, routers, switchers and satellite equipment. 
• Collaborate with our remote production truck during live sports or news events, setting up and maintaining cameras, replay machines, graphics, audio, and routing and switching equipment. 
• Ability to troubleshoot and adapt to varying facilities and technical setups.
• Drive and operate a mobile studio truck for live shots.
• Assist guests with mics and earpieces.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong computer, electronics, and troubleshooting skills required.
• Previous experience in live TV news and sports production as a live truck operator or photographer strongly preferred. 
• Basic knowledge, experience, and understanding of cameras, audio and transmission equipment, and broadcast techniques/language.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure while multi-tasking to meet tight deadlines, dealing with unexpected changes calmly.  
• Follows directions and instructions well, and offers solutions or ideas. 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is insurable by the company. 
• Must carry an acceptable level of vehicle insurance as required by the company.
• Interested applicants must have schedule flexibility, as some weekends, evenings, and holidays will be required.

Expected compensation for this role is between $40,000 and $50,000/year, based on qualifications and experience.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

We are a family-owned media and technology company that has been providing trustworthy, quality journalism and business solutions for more than a century. We’ve always been in the business of telling stories, but we’re more than just a newspaper today. As one of the Upper Midwest’s largest media organizations, we are leaders in the business of print and digital news, technology, telebroadcasting, printing, and agency advertising.

The company is comprised of passionate and purpose-driven people fueled by collaboration and innovation. In addition to a generous benefits package, you’ll enjoy development and growth opportunities, an inclusive and creative culture, and a safe working environment. We believe in supporting each other, working hard towards common goals, and having fun. Come for the perks. Stay for the people.

Forum Communications Company offers the following for all full time and 32 benefited employees:

• Health, dental, and vision packages 
• Company paid short term disability and life insurance coverage
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage options 
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Retirement benefits 
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. FCC currently does not offer employer sponsorship.