Role OverviewVersant is seeking a PEP, Technical Production Manager (Freelance) to support live studio and control room operations in Washington, DC. This role will provide backfill coverage for Versant productions and day-to-day broadcast operations, helping ensure successful execution of live programming, remotes, and breaking news coverage.
What You Will Do
Oversee studio and control room production operations during assigned freelance shifts, ensuring performance standards are met. Partner with scheduling teams to support proper crew assignments and production coverage.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This role is designed for flexible coverage needs and does not have a set shift schedule. Assignments may vary based on production needs and may include days, overnights, weekends, holidays, and short-notice coverage.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in live studio television production
- 2+ years of experience working in a news environment
- 2+ years of engineering support or operational experience in a broadcast studio or production control room
- Strong technical knowledge of control room and studio systems, live broadcast workflows, field/remote production processes, satellite/telco, and communications equipment
- Proficiency with standard business and production tools, including Apple systems, Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel
Benefits
- health insurance
- retirement plans
- paid time off
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