vMix Host & Specialist
WAVY-TV is seeking an experienced vMix streaming specialist to handle hosting, producing, switching, editing, and uploading of video content, and becoming an in-house expert on CTV video distribution for our local media team. This person will provide content for our market, which includes Portsmouth/Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA.
Responsibilities:
– Provide “one man band” hosting, producing, switching, editing and uploading for daily and special project video content via vMix.
– Become an in-house expert for CTV video distribution, including live hosted video in both unedited and breaking news formats.
– Set up interviews, gather factual information, needed b-roll and visual elements and prepare show rundowns or scripts as needed.
– Develop vMix scene collections and work with graphics teams to help align production branding.
– Track show metrics to identify high value formats and opportunities for new programming.
– Build positive working relationships with stakeholders in our newsroom to build awareness of our resources.
– Comfortable juggling multiple tasks both live on-stream and behind the scenes to include troubleshooting challenges as they arise.
– Interest in/willingness to learn and understand the IT and engineering elements of a successful livestream setup.
– Desire to experiment and innovate in an evolving digital space while maintaining professionalism and journalistic principles.
– High level attention to detail required to ensure polished vMix-driven products.
– Basic understanding of camera settings, studio lighting, and audio processing.
Skill/Experience Requirements:
– 3-5 years of experience in video production with extensive on-camera experience and proven technical problem-solving skills.
– 2-3 years of experience working with vMix or similar streaming software.
– Self-starting demeanor with an ability to spot opportunities to capture audiences in a streaming format.
– Solid foundation in journalism ethics on issues such as copyright and attribution.
– Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team format or as an individual contributor.
– The position is based in Portsmouth, VA and requires a physical presence to function in the role.
COMPENSATION RANGE:
Annual Salary $60,000 – $70,000 – commensurate with experience
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
- A career path to grow your professional experiences
- Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability
#LI-Onsite
To be considered for this position, you must apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar
Please remember to upload a copy of your resume and include a link to your work.
No telecommuting.
No calls.