Nexstar Media Group
NewsNation - Audio Operator(A1) - Part-time
220 E. 42nd Street, New York, NY
Part-time · $60–$65/hr (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 21, 2026
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NewsNation is a national news cable network currently reaching 75 million television households across the United States. The network is owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group (NXST).
NewsNation is currently searching for a freelance Audio Operator (A1) for our national newscasts, based in our New York studios
Responsibilities:
- The successful candidate will be able to listen to director’s commands and react swiftly and accurately to mix a clean show during live and pre-recorded programming.
- Must be able to route good mix minus to remotes, set up RF microphones and IFBs – proficient in operation of AZ Edit.
- The successful candidate should be a problem solver and quick thinker to resolve issues and to work around problems that arise during live news broadcasts.
- Must be able to communicate and document effectively and concisely to the rest of the team.
- All day parts (mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) may be a part of the schedule with overtime as situations demand.
- Perform other duties as assigned by network leadership
Qualifications:
This position is a part-time staff position which will require membership in IBEW.
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
- Five plus (5+) years’ experience in professional live television broadcast operations required
- Previous live show audio mixing experience required.
- Must work well in a collaborative team environment and be able to multitask.
- Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
- Must be self-sufficient and have a “press-on-regardless” attitude.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field preferred.
Salary Range: $60-65.00/hour (per experience)
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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