About this role
The Digital Producer/OBS/VMIX Specialist leads the transition from broadcast focused newsrooms to multi-platform newsrooms by creating/editing original content beyond that which is produced for on-air. Support live television and streaming productions through OBS Studio development, and user training.
• Expert understanding of Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms • Writes stories for the web and other digital platforms • Reviews copy and will correct errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines • Build and configure scenes, source routing within OBS/VMIX. • Develop and maintain OBS/VMIX Studio scene collections for users. • Program and maintain Stream Deck controller to integrate with OBS/VMIX operations. • Operate OBS and/or VMIX during live news broadcasts daily. • Comfortable with some live television interaction with anchors during morning/noon newscasts. • Train staff on basic and advanced OBS/VMIX functions, including scene creation, source management, profile settings and hardware operation. • Prepare OBS/ VMIX for live productions, ensuring equipment is operational and ready for air. • Support live broadcasts throughout the production/ENPS rundown. • Coordinate with Executive Producers, Anchors and Engineering staff to ensure smooth execution of broadcasts. • Troubleshoot OBS/VMIX, Stream Deck, and related production equipment issues. • Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality • Performs other duties as assigned Requirements & Skills:
• Degree in journalism; daily newspaper or news site experience required; live, working web samples and/or print pages preferred • Experience with OBS Studio and Stream Deck programming. • Knowledge of live television production and studio operations. • Strong troubleshooting, communication, and training skills. • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced live production environment. • Proficiency in Associated Press style, Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and Basic HTML preferred • CSS, Flash and other relevant technology skills is a plus • Maintain positive work environment through active team participation and cooperation with co-workers in all departments