Production Coordinator

Production Coordinator – ABC10, Sacramento, California ABC10 is seeking a meticulous and technically skilled Production Coordinator to ensure the seamless, high‑quality execution of our visual storytelling across streaming and broadcast platforms. You’ll work closely with the Production Lead to maintain efficient and high‑quality daily productions for news and sales content, thriving in a dynamic, fast‑paced news environment. Responsibilities Serve as the technical liaison for news production and operations, including engineering and technology teams, to ensure seamless daily broadcasts and assign tasks related to production and operations. Take ownership of creating visually compelling content, ensuring visual angles, lighting, and set arrangements. Setup, position, and maintain studio as needed based on direction from the Production Lead or supervisors. Collaborate with engineering to optimize streaming systems and control room equipment for production needs. Assist the Production Lead in organizing and preparing technical elements for special events and breaking news coverage. Support the implementation of standard operating procedures to maintain workflow efficiency and broadcast quality. Maintain effective technical communication with the newsroom and engineering departments to ensure systems are operational. Commit to continuous, high‑quality technical support for live coverage of breaking news and community events. Requirements Associate’s degree or equivalent technical training in broadcasting, media production, or a related field preferred. At least three years of hands‑on television broadcast or live production (both linear and digital) experience preferred. Demonstrated technical aptitude and proficiency in operating production control room equipment. Hands‑on expertise with news production tools, vMix, audio mixers, studio lighting, teleprompter systems, and studio cameras. Strong attention to detail and ability to perform tasks accurately under time pressure. Excellent communication skills for coordinating technical cues in high‑pressure, live situations. Ability to maintain composure and adaptability during breaking news and high‑stakes events. Commitment to teamwork and technical excellence. Flexibility to work in a 24/7 operation, including various shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays. Pay Range $31.25 – $33.65 USD Benefits TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits to safeguard the physical, mental, and financial health of employees and their families, including two medical plan options for full and part‑time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, dental and eye care coverage, fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) program with a 100% match on the first 4% of pay, virtual doctor’s appointments, therapy sessions, paid time off, and nine paid holidays per year. Some employees may receive additional union‑based benefits. EEO Statement TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to any protected class. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr