Technician, Director / TD

Job Description

MAJOR PURPOSE: Direct and TD live programs using Ross Overdrive.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Directing newscasts and other live or taped programs, Assistant Directing, Editing, running cameras, floor, prompter, audio, or graphics as needed, Other duties as assigned

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• This position requires a person who is the ultimate multi-tasker. Must be able to handle multiple live shots, breaking news, and be able to look ahead and adjust to changes while keeping the show moving.
• Supervise the production side of our broadcast and ensuring the highest quality broadcast reaches air. You will also sometimes only have seconds to diagnose a problem. Video decks crashed? CG channel stopped working? The Director is the last line of defense before the product hits the air.
• Applicants must possess the ability to work well under pressure and work well with others. Strong organizational and logistical skills are a must. Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.
• Applicants must demonstrate creativity, initiative, and a desire to try and create new things.
• Must be able to make and execute last second decisions

Working Relationships:

Must be able to work closely with Producer, Editors, Transmission, Engineering, Floor Crew, other directors

Supervisory Responsibility:

Shift supervisor, when Production Manager is not in, overseeing editors and floor crew. During shows responsible for crew breaks and staffing.

Training Requirements:

ROSS Overdrive, BitCentral, Ross XPression, ENPS, Adobe Premiere.

Physical Demands:

Required to sit for long periods of time Required to operate a keyboard and mouse. Some lifting Ladder climbing

Work Environment:

Work performed primarily in an office environment, in the Control Room and in studio Exposure to electrical equipment

Qualifications:

College degree or equivalent related experience is required.

2 years experience as a director/technical director.

Working knowledge of Ross Overdrive and Vision switcher a plus

Compensation - $20.00+/hr commensurate with experience and skill level

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rj3evb-18-119-113-40-42 in your application.