Lilly Broadcasting, a family-owned media group located in Erie, Pa., is looking for a full-time Technical Operator (TO) that will thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven work environment.

The TO is responsible for directing live and pre-recorded productions using automation. The TO is also responsible for monitoring the broadcast groups on-air signals, transmitters and FCC logs, as well as segmenting and ingesting daily programming, commercials, editing news content and special projects.

The successful candidate enjoys problem-solving, possesses strong communication and organizational skills, and can perform well under pressure. The ideal candidate must be a detail-oriented team player who is eager to learn and willing to be challenged.

Technical Operator (TO) is a mix of master control operations (MCO), technical directors (TD), news editing and radio operations. Regular responsibilities include coding newscasts and cut-ins, directing newscasts and cut-ins, maintaining studio equipment, fulfilling graphic requests, live shot coordinating, writing discrepancy reports, ingesting programming, segmenting programming, monitoring on-air signal, maintaining logs, editing for newscasts and performing other duties as assigned. In addition to the attention to detail required by MCO, this position also requires a close working relationship with news producers to create and execute dynamic, fast-paced newscasts. This position requires a positive team player with a passion for broadcast media.

Primary job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the information listed above.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Basic computer skills and troubleshooting
  • Ability to prioritize complex tasks and manage time effectively
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Willingness to learn new hardware and software
  • Ability to meet hard deadlines and make split-second decisions
  • Flexibility with assigned scheduling and job assignments
  • Available to work early mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays as scheduled

If this highly dynamic opportunity with an innovative media group is of interest to you, please send a resume to jobs@lillybroadcasting.com.

Lilly Broadcasting
Erie, Pa.
EEO employer