Studio Technician– NewsNation, Washington, DC

Location: Washington, DC; onsite studio position

Salary: $35–$40 per hour, based on experience.

Company

NewsNation is a nationally broadcast cable news network owned and operated by hirify.global.

What you will do

• Operate live broadcast equipment for nationally broadcast news programs.
• Perform A2, stagehand, and robotic camera operation functions.
• Support high-quality live news production in a fast-paced technical environment.
• Train other staff and create clear training documentation when needed.
• Communicate and document information concisely for the production team.
• Work scheduled mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with overtime during breaking news and other operational needs.

Requirements

• At least five years of professional live television broadcast operations experience.
• Solid understanding of live production elements, especially news production.
• Ability to operate live broadcast equipment and troubleshoot issues during live broadcasts.
• Detail-oriented, self-sufficient, adaptable, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and use Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or a related field is preferred.

Nice to have

• Experience with routing, character generators, video playback, wiring, and signal flow.

Culture & Benefits

• Part-time employment with eligibility for a 401(k) and applicable local or state leave plans.
• Union positions follow the benefits specified in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Shift work may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Overtime may be required when situations and breaking news demand it.