We here at WATN/WLMT are looking for an Operator to join the fastest growing news source in Memphis! Operators are trained to perform any one of the various production roles during and in-between live newscasts. Positions include Camera, Teleprompter, Floor Manager, Audio Operator, Editor, coding and Chyron Graphics.
We here at WATN/WLMT are looking for an Operator to join the fastest growing news source in Memphis! Do you have what it takes to be a part of a fascinating team of individuals, who insist on your growth, quality of life, excellence in presentation, solid work ethic and a healthy workplace culture? Maybe, you want to get your career jumpstarted or are looking for a new challenge. You may desire to work with modern and innovative technology that produces elevated levels of execution in a fast-paced newsroom. If you fit those descriptions and want to join the best and brightest in Memphis, click on that link below and apply today!
Responsibilities:
- Operators are trained to perform any one of the various production roles during and in-between live newscasts.
- Positions include Camera, Teleprompter, Floor Manager, Audio Operator, Editor, coding and Chyron Graphics.
Job Requirements:
• Must be able to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Applicants must demonstrate problem solving abilities, creativity, initiative, and a desire to grow within the organization.
• Must be team-first oriented, committed to the work, faithful to the schedule and have a positive attitude towards it all.
• Attention to detail is necessary in the execution of each of the roles, as one of the final gatekeepers before our product is transmitted over the air.
• Willingness to learn new and challenging roles.
• Required to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• May be required to do some lifting and or moving of equipment (less than 50lbs).
• Some College and or experience working in live production environment.
• This position reports to the Director of Operations and is directly supervised by an on-shift director.
Travel: Rarely: less than 10%
Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment
Physical Demands Set: Sedentary work: Involves sitting most of the time; walking, lifting, bending, standing, etc.