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Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) Host & Specialist

WAVY-TV is seeking an experienced Open Broadcaster Software (OBS) streaming specialist to handle hosting, producing, switching, editing, and uploading of video content, and becoming the in-house expert on CTV video distribution for our local media team. This person will provide content for our market, which includes Portsmouth/Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA.

Responsibilities:

• Provide "one man band" hosting, producing, switching, editing and uploading for daily and special project video content via OBS.
• Become the in-house expert for CTV video distribution, including live hosted video in both unedited and breaking news formats.
• Set up interviews, gather factual information, needed b-roll and visual elements and prepare show rundowns or scripts as needed.
• Develop OBS scene collections and work with graphics teams to help align production branding.
• Track show metrics to identify high value formats and opportunities for new programming.
• Build positive working relationships with stakeholders in our newsroom to build awareness of our resources.
• Comfortable juggling multiple tasks both live on-stream and behind the scenes to include troubleshooting challenges as they arise.
• Interest in/willingness to learn and understand the IT and engineering elements of a successful livestream setup.
• Desire to experiment and innovate in an evolving digital space while maintaining professionalism and journalistic principles.
• High level attention to detail required to ensure polished OBS-driven products.
• Basic understanding of camera settings, studio lighting, and audio processing.

Skill/Experience Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in video production with extensive on-camera experience and proven technical problem-solving skills.
• 2-3 years of experience working with OBS or similar streaming software.
• Self-starting demeanor with an ability to spot opportunities to capture audiences in a streaming format.
• Solid foundation in journalism ethics on issues such as copyright and attribution.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team format or as an individual contributor.
• The position is based in Portsmouth, VA and requires a physical presence to function in the role.

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