Production Coordinator

<div class="content-intro"><h3>About TEGNA</h3> <p>TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><div> <p><strong>WKYC-TV, the TEGNA-owned affiliate in Cleveland, OH</strong>, is seeking a meticulous and technically skilled <strong>Production Coordinator</strong> to ensure the seamless, high-quality execution of our visual storytelling across streaming and broadcast platforms. At <strong>WKYC-TV,</strong> you'll be a key, hands-on operator, working closely with the Production Lead to maintain efficient and high-quality daily productions for news, marketing, and sales content. We're looking for a reliable team member who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced news environment.<br><br><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></span><br><br>· Serve as the technical liaison for news production and operations, ensuring seamless daily broadcasts, and assign tasks related to production and operations.<br><br>· Will take ownership of creating visually compelling content ensuring among other things visual angles, lighting and set arrangements.<br><br>· Setup, position, and operate robotic studio cameras as needed based on direction from the Production Lead or supervisors.<br><br>· Collaborate with engineering to optimize streaming systems and control room equipment for production needs.<br><br>· Assist the Production Lead in organizing and preparing technical elements for special events and breaking news coverage.<br><br>· Support the implementation of standard operating procedures to maintain workflow efficiency and broadcast quality.<br><br>· Maintain effective technical communication with the newsroom and engineering departments to ensure systems are operational.<br><br>· Commit to continuous, high-quality technical support for live coverage of breaking news and community events.<br><br><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Requirements:</strong></span><br><br>· Associate’s degree or equivalent technical training in broadcasting, media production, or a related field preferred.<br><br>· 1+ years of hands-on television broadcast or live production (both linear and digital) experience preferred.<br><br>· Demonstrated technical aptitude and proficiency in operating production control room equipment.<br><br>· Hands-on expertise with news production