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The Washington Post · 1 hour ago

Production Engineer

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$85K/yr - $128K/yr

3+ years exp

The Washington Post is on a mission to deliver captivating storytelling across America and is seeking a versatile Production Engineer. This role involves managing the control room and technical execution for new video shows, ensuring seamless integration of editorial vision with on-screen production, while also modernizing studio spaces for future projects.

Newspapers

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Run control room for live and daily shoots

Handle camera switching, graphics cueing and troubleshooting

Review rundowns for missing assets before showtime

Collaborate on set improvements, lighting and gear purchases

Be the on-field camera operator for man on the streets and other one off shoots

Contribute to building out new studio spaces, including but not limited to advising on set-design, improving existing production spaces

Qualification

Live-show control room experienceLive-production softwareCamera operationCinematography principlesOperational savvyCollaborationCreativityAttention to detail

Required

3-5 years work experience

Has experience in live-show control rooms, preferably on digital shows made for the internet

Willingness to work flexible hours, which may include some mornings, evenings and occasional weekends

Experience with live-production software such as OBS, Streamlabs, and Wirecast, including managing remote setups, adding on-screen elements, and executing transitions

Experience operating cameras such as the Sony RX series, Blackmagic, and Sony A7S for field shoots

Understanding of cinematography principles, on-set and field videography, and strong composition fundamentals

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental and vision coverage

Company-paid pension and 401(k) match

Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave

Nine paid holidays and two personal days

20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent

Robust mental health resources

Backup care and caregiver concierge services

Gender affirming services

Pet insurance

Free Post digital subscription

Leadership and career development programs

Company

The Washington Post

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The Washington Post is an award-winning news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions.

Founded in 1877

Washington, DC, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.washingtonpost.com/

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