The Seasonal Studio Technician will provide a wide range of technical assistance and support to Studio Operations, including but not limited to maintaining the studio areas for Watertown, TD Garden, and Fenway Park.

This part time position (about 20 hours per week) is available from now through at least October, with the potential for extending into December pending playoff requirements and holiday coverage.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain the studio by keeping the area clean and tidy, properly reporting equipment issues.
Follow safety protocol and procedures
Daily studio set-up and preparation
Operate studio Jib camera, and Stage Manage as needed to support NESN’s live and taped productions
Assist with talent and guests
Assist in camera and talent blocking
Studio lighting support
Participate in remote studio productions
Assist in mic and IFB checks

Qualifications:

Recent experience in stage rigging, grip work and remote studio support
Degree or Certification in technical broadcast operations, a plus
Ability to lift heavy items
Ability to climb ladders
Take and execute direction of senior staff regarding live and taped studio productions
Strong technical aptitude
Solid organizational and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
Self-starter who is eager to learn and grow
Must be dependable and have a strong work ethic
Ability to work weekends, nights, overnights and holidays as needed
Must have strong interpersonal skills
Good understanding of the technical execution of broadcast television
Licensed driver, safe driver - driving background check will be required

The expected range for this position is $19.00 to $24.00 per hour. The final offer will be determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and internal equity.

Who We Are

NESN (New England Sports Network) is owned by Fenway Sports Group, which also owns the Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Penguins among other holdings, and Delaware North, owners of the Boston Bruins. NESN is delivered throughout the six-state New England region and nationally as NESN National. The definitive source for New England sports programming, NESN consistently has been one of the top-rated regional sports networks in the country, with a reputation for innovative and award-winning production of sports events and specials.

As of 2023, NESN manages SportsNet Pittsburgh, a newly branded regional sports network that televises Pittsburgh Penguins and Pirates games, as well as local college sports, original content and more in PA, WV, and portions of MD, OH and NY.

Our professional environment is passionate, adaptable, creative, and filled with aspiring individuals who are driven to grow with our company. Our core values are at the heart of who we are. We have a spontaneous and vibrant culture, and we truly believe in team spirit and collaboration.

NESN is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

NESN is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR team at jobs@nesn.com or 617-536-9233.

NESN participates in the E-Verify program, a service of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA), to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. All offers of employment are conditioned upon successful completion of the E-Verify process. Learn more at www.e-verify.gov.

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