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Kentucky Educational Television, (KET) has the following full-time second shift position opening at its Lexington, Kentucky Network Center:
Broadcast Operations Technician
KET is Kentucky’s only statewide media organization, serving more than two million people each week with programs and services that educate, inform, and inspire. In addition to broadcasting PBS programming, KET produces a variety of award-winning local productions and creates high quality, nationally recognized educational resources. As a member of our team, you’ll help bring learning to life for viewers and users in Kentucky.
Located in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky, Lexington is a beautiful and growing community. Full of charm and hospitality, you’ll find the region offers affordable living, outstanding educational opportunities, and world class sporting events.
As the Broadcast Operations Technician, the individual selected for this role will operate systems and technologies to deliver broadcast and online streaming services. The individual selected will also ensure compliance of media files, broadcast signals and transmission infrastructure.
Our ideal Candidate will:
Support the playout of linear channels and VOD media processing for continual, 24-hour broadcast and online delivery.
Operate equipment and ensure quality for PBS sIX interconnection file delivery, satellite and server records, live broadcast as scheduled.
Monitor and adjust video/audio levels, closed captions, program logs, and playout schedule to ensure FCC compliance and operational quality. Make technical or limited program corrections when needed.
Prepare and file reports for on-air program log discrepancies.
Monitor tower lights and statewide transmitter operations, react to alarms, and alert field transmission staff as needed, to ensure quality and compliance with FCC, FAA, and other guidelines and regulations.
Complete DVD duplication requests and FTP transfers of media and stock footage for internal and external requests.
Work holidays if they fall during standard work schedule.
Demonstrate dedication to diversity in areas of responsibility.
As an employee, perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization.
Successful applicants will have the following minimum qualifications, skills, and experience:
High school diploma or GED.
Two (2) years’ experience in the operation of broadcast equipment to include: video servers, automation systems, switchers, routing, waveform and vector scopes, and signal frame synchronizers.
Working knowledge of test signals and FCC rules related to broadcast television.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license to drive KET vehicles.
Working with KET has its benefits!
KET offers a creative, engaging work environment with opportunities to collaborate and advance professionally. Additionally, paid time off, several health insurance plan selections, and retirement savings options are offered to employees.
The salary for this opportunity will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.
Connect with us now by applying atwww.ket.org/jobs, and please send questions to jobs@ket.org.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Broadcast Operations Technician
KET is Kentucky’s only statewide media organization, serving more than two million people each week with programs and services that educate, inform, and inspire. In addition to broadcasting PBS programming, KET produces a variety of award-winning local productions and creates high quality, nationally recognized educational resources. As a member of our team, you’ll help bring learning to life for viewers and users in Kentucky.
Located in the Bluegrass region of Kentucky, Lexington is a beautiful and growing community. Full of charm and hospitality, you’ll find the region offers affordable living, outstanding educational opportunities, and world class sporting events.
As the Broadcast Operations Technician, the individual selected for this role will operate systems and technologies to deliver broadcast and online streaming services. The individual selected will also ensure compliance of media files, broadcast signals and transmission infrastructure.
Our ideal Candidate will:
Support the playout of linear channels and VOD media processing for continual, 24-hour broadcast and online delivery.
Operate equipment and ensure quality for PBS sIX interconnection file delivery, satellite and server records, live broadcast as scheduled.
Monitor and adjust video/audio levels, closed captions, program logs, and playout schedule to ensure FCC compliance and operational quality. Make technical or limited program corrections when needed.
Prepare and file reports for on-air program log discrepancies.
Monitor tower lights and statewide transmitter operations, react to alarms, and alert field transmission staff as needed, to ensure quality and compliance with FCC, FAA, and other guidelines and regulations.
Complete DVD duplication requests and FTP transfers of media and stock footage for internal and external requests.
Work holidays if they fall during standard work schedule.
Demonstrate dedication to diversity in areas of responsibility.
As an employee, perform other duties as assigned to support the mission of the organization.
Successful applicants will have the following minimum qualifications, skills, and experience:
High school diploma or GED.
Two (2) years’ experience in the operation of broadcast equipment to include: video servers, automation systems, switchers, routing, waveform and vector scopes, and signal frame synchronizers.
Working knowledge of test signals and FCC rules related to broadcast television.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license to drive KET vehicles.
Working with KET has its benefits!
KET offers a creative, engaging work environment with opportunities to collaborate and advance professionally. Additionally, paid time off, several health insurance plan selections, and retirement savings options are offered to employees.
The salary for this opportunity will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant.
Connect with us now by applying atwww.ket.org/jobs, and please send questions to jobs@ket.org.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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