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MSNBC DPS PLAYBACK OPERATOR: NBC Universal

Job ID785661
Company NameNBC Universal
Job CategoryArts/Entertainment/Publishing; Marketing
LocationNew York, NY
Position TypeFull-Time, Employee
Experience2-5 Years Experience
Date PostedApril 17, 2008 (Reposted Jun 19)

MSNBC DPS PLAYBACK OPERATOR

Job Description:

Responsibilities


MSNBC is seeking a DPS Playback Operator to join the team. This is a great opportunity to work with the best in the business in a live 24/7 news environment.

Responsibilities to include but not limited to:

Responsible for the playback operations for NBC's live broadcast news.

Utilize the X-key controller to play out clips and the BUF Spot Box controller to cue and play animations.

Communicate with the director and floor personnel using a RTS intercom when counting back (SOTs and PKGs) to the control room.

Work closely with producers and directors under intense deadlines.

Signature: ~HJ~~CB~
Qualifications


Basic Qualifications:

3+ years broadcast or cable network experience in the major markets including experience in playback operations for live broadcast news (i.e. use of RTS intercom and router system)

4 year college degree

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be able to work in a fast paced "Live" news environment, working closely with producers and directors, under intense deadlines and be able to effectively multi-task.

Must be flexible and be able work any shift, including weekends and overnights and overtime to accommodate ever changing programming demands, as news dictates.

Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered (note job#: 785661)

Must be willing to work in New York, NY.

Must be willing to take drug test and submit to a background investigation.

Desired

Desired:

Bachelors degree in Television production preferred

Experience using the Grass Valley News-Q Pro system and IngestStation

Familiar with X-key controller to play out clips and have knowledge of the BUF Spot Box controller to cue and play animations.

Knowledge of Avid I-News and familiarity with operation of the Sony Betacam SP deck are strongly preferred.

Familiarity with Grass Valley Media Manager and the media management of content on "on-air playout" servers is a plus

General

NBC Universal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We develop, produce and market entertainment, news and information to a global market. NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks.





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