Studio And Production Operations Technician - Ii (Operations Support)

Salary Range

• Assists in the preparation of production elements of programs and content for broadcast and/or web and social media, and contributes finished products to production elements of programs and content for broadcast and/or web and social media

• Performs technical functions related to studio control room operation in the production and broadcast of service programs, including audio control, video control, operation of studio and robotic cameras, recording and playback equipment, mixers, filters, patch panels, and other equipment

• Works in the field to record and/or transmit live programming, either alone or under direction. Professionally operates field video camera and sound equipment, lights, and associated equipment, both from a tripod and hand-held. Shoots in a logical sequence of well-composed wide, medium, and tight shots that follow action. Frames and lights subjects well and adjusts sound to neither overmodulate nor undermodulate.

• Coordinates the live/recording and switching of simple productions with multiple sources including cameras, playbacks and feeds

• Adjusts and places lighting equipment as needed to provide proper light levels for productions, including changing bulbs and relocating lighting fixtures

• Performs basic edits of voiceovers, soundcuts, and packages from taped material and production of static graphics. Monitors recordings for format and technical quality. Adjusts pauses to ensure proper timing and pacing. Deletes portions to meet required program length. Corrects sound and voice levels. Removes extraneous noises and video errors and corrects sound quality and levels as required. Video packages are edited so that shots are edited in a logical editorial/production sequence

• Logs and conducts data entry and other functions connected with VOAs digital asset management system

• Integrates program segments

• Serves as floor director or teleprompter operator, as directed

• Researches, gathers, and logs video and audio feeds

• Coordinates on-air telephone calls, Skype, Teradek, and other remotes

• Works with executive producers and supervisors to develop specific ideas on how to best present the subject

• Works with supervisor to be familiar with the latest/new technology

• Operates computers

• Completes tasks accurately and independently prior to deadline, in according with editorial and production priorities

• Functions as effective member of a team

• Other related duties as assigned

The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is an exciting, multi-media, multi-cultural, global media agency that carries out all United States civilian international broadcasting. Our media networks complement and reinforce one another in a shared mission vital to U.S. national interests: to inform, engage, and connect people around the world in support of freedom and democracy. Our staff of dedicated professionals serve as an example of a free and independent media, bringing news, information, and relevant discussions to a weekly audience of over 278 million people worldwide in over 60 languages via radio, television, Internet, and social media.
USAGM networks include the Voice of America and the Office of Cuba Broadcasting (Radio and TV Marti) and three grantee organizations: Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, the Middle East Broadcasting Networks (Alhurra TV and Radio Sawa), and Radio Free Asia.

This is not an announcement for a federal job. This position is for employment as a personal services contractor with VOA News and may include eligibility for health, dental, vision, and life insurance, overtime, paid time off, sick leave, and the possibility of performance-based bonuses. All personal service contractors must pass a thorough background check.