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Production Coordinator

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tegnainc logoTegnainc · Kxtv-tv Sacramento
Full-timeOn-site3w ago
Linear
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Responsibilities

  • Serve as the technical liaison for news production and operations, including engineering and technology team, to ensure seamless daily broadcasts, and assign tasks related to production and operations.
  • Will take ownership of creating visually compelling content ensuring among other things visual angles, lighting and set arrangements.
  • Setup, position, and maintain studio as needed based on direction from the Production Lead or supervisors.
  • Collaborate with engineering to optimize streaming systems, control room equipment and innovative systems for production needs.
  • Assist the Production Lead in organizing and preparing technical elements for special events and breaking news coverage.
  • Support the implementation of standard operating procedures to maintain workflow efficiency and broadcast quality.
  • Maintain effective technical communication with the newsroom and engineering departments to ensure systems are operational.
  • Commit to continuous, high-quality technical support for live coverage of breaking news and community events.

Requirements

  • Associate's degree or equivalent technical training in broadcasting, media production, or a related field preferred.
  • At least three years of hands-on television broadcast or live production (both linear and digital) experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated technical aptitude and proficiency in operating production control room equipment.
  • Hands-on expertise with news production tools, vMix, audio mixers, studio lighting, teleprompter systems, and studio cameras.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to perform tasks accurately under time pressure.
  • Excellent communication skills for coordinating technical cues in high-pressure, live situations.
  • Ability to maintain composure and adaptability during breaking news and high-stakes events.
  • Commitment to teamwork and technical excellence.
  • Quick reaction skills for error correction during live broadcasts.
  • Flexibility to work in a 24/7 operation, including various shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • At ABC10, we rely on our Production Coordinators to be the backbone of our daily broadcasts, ensuring that our content reaches our audience across northern California. If you have the technical skill and focus required to maintain excellence in a dynamic news environment, we encourage you to apply.
  • Pay Range
  • $31.25 - $33.65 USD

Benefits

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.EEO statement :Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time off

Additional Information

About TEGNA TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. ABC10 in Sacramento, California is seeking a meticulous and technically skilled Production Coordinator to ensure the seamless, high-quality execution of our visual storytelling across streaming and broadcast platforms. At ABC10, you'll be a key, hands-on operator, working closely with the Production Lead to maintain efficient and high-quality daily productions for news and sales content. We're looking for a reliable team member who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced news environment.

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