APC Operator, NBC
Listed on 2026-08-30
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Creative Arts/Media
TV & Film Production, Video Production, Broadcasting
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Job DescriptionWe are looking for an APC Operator to join the Operations team inWest Hartford, CTsupportingNBC Connecticut.
Asan APC Operator, you will be primarily responsible for directing andoperatinglive and recorded television news productions using the Ross Overdrive Automated Production Control system. If you love the thrill of live production, enjoy working with people, and want to make a positive impact while being a part of a high performing team working with leading edge production technology, you could be the perfect match for our team.
Essential Functions
- Technical preparation, coding and execution of live and recorded television news content and programming fromproductioncontrol rooms,studiosand remote locations.
- Give direction and timing to talent and other technicians during broadcasts and studio productions.
- Shapeoverallcreative appearance of the broadcast using imaginative video,audioand graphics presentations in concert with the Content team.
- Operate video and graphic playout via Dalet Galaxy and Ross Xpression.
- Operate robotic camera controls using Ross Cambot Software .
- Set-up andmaintainstudio equipment, set pieces, and lighting.
- Work with Management and Engineering staff to continually refine workflows, creating new efficiencies and capabilities.
- Document technical procedures and processes.
- Participate in station-sponsored events and all assigned special projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science,journalism,engineering, radio, television & film,operations, media production,relatedfieldsor equivalent experience.
- 1 year experience working as a newscast Director and/or Technical Director
- 1yearexperience of hands-on work with Automated Production Control system
Desired
Qualifications:
- Experience directing and operating television production systems formid to major market news or live events.
- Expertise with the Ross Overdrive Production Automation, including coding and preparation of rundowns, automation ofvideo switchers, audiomixers,camera robotics,graphicsystemsandprompters.
- Strong technical understanding and the ability to troubleshoot and work around operational issues.
- Experience working under pressure in breaking news situations while being a calm leader in the control room.
- Ability to work well and communicate effectively with others.
- Self-motivated, highly creative, solution focused individual.
- Find simple solutions to complex problems.
- Punctual, regular, and dependable attendance.
- Cover necessary job functions in an emergency capacity.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Interested candidatesmustsubmita resume/CV throughwww.nbcunicareers.comto be considered
- Must be willing to workon-sitein
West Hartford, CT - Must be able to and willing to work any shift, 24/7, willing to work long hours, on weekends and holidays in support of our station operations as needed.
- Must be willing to work in severe weather/breaking news emergencies
- Must be a memberorbe willingto becomea member of the IBEW union
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
- Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
- Must be 18 years or older
- Required On-Site
:
This position is required tobe performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment…
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