CareerPlan

Freelance Audio Operator

Washington, District of Columbia, USAContract$58k–$78k2026-11-05 → 2026-11-10
Freelance / independent contractor

Core

Operate audio consoles and manage audio systems for live newscasts and productions in a television studio.

Role type

Freelance audio operator (live broadcast)

Builds

Live newscasts and pre-recorded programming

Domain

Broadcast television / Live production

Required skills

Audio console operation, studio equipment maintenance, signal flow knowledge, patch bay management, Enco playout system operation, troubleshooting under pressure

Preferred skills

Calrec Sigma, Artemis, SSL System T console proficiency, Hydra BSP knowledge, A2 system familiarity

Technologies

Calrec Sigma, Artemis, SSL System T, Hydra BSP, Enco, A2

Responsibilities

Operate audio board for live newscasts, maintain studio audio equipment, manage audio for live and taped broadcasts, perform facility checks with Stage Manager, troubleshoot during live productions

Seniority

Freelance, hands-on IC