Director II, WXMI

FOX 17 News- WXMI; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX 17 News- WXMI in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Technical Director to oversee the setup, operation, and dismantling of production equipment and to direct assigned newscasts. You will troubleshoot during production and coordinate with the news team to maintain the desired on-air look.

The role requires proficiency with television production workflows, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Specialized training/certification may be required
• Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee setup, dismantling and operations of camera, audio, video and lighting equipment.
• Ensure smooth operation of technical equipment and services during broadcast.
• Troubleshoot technical problems during production or broadcast.
• Direct assigned newscasts, including switching and pre-production for all newscasts.
• Monitor status of all live shots and content prior to live broadcasts.
• Work with news staff to ensure desired on-air look is attained.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Team player

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Television production equipment

Job description

Work in all areas of television production. Technical directfast paced, complex newscasts and other local programming. Assist in completion of pre-production for newscasts.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Oversee the set-up, dismantling and operations of equipment including camera, audio, video and lighting.

• Ensure smooth operation of technical equipment and services during broadcast.

• Troubleshoot technical problems during production or broadcast.

• Direct assigned newscasts, which include “switching” newscasts and other productions, completing the pre-production for all newscasts and checking all sources prior to air.

• Monitor the status of all live shots andcontent prior to a live newscast.

• Work closely with news department, directors, producers, and promotions to ensure that the desired on-air look is attained.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred

• Specialized training/certification may be required

• Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Working knowledge of television station production equipment

• Must be familiar with all aspects of television production including audio, switching, digital effects, camera operation and shot composition, lighting, and character generators

• Good working knowledge of computers

• Ability to handle multiple priorities under extreme time constraints with poise and skill

• Solid leadership skills

• Excellent knowledge of proper composition, grammar and spelling

• Must have excellent communication skills; ability to give directions in a clear, efficient manner

• Excellent organizational skills

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment

• Capable of working well with commercial clients while adding a creative look to commercial spots

• Must be familiar with all aspects of television production, lighting, character generators, and news automation

• Must be a team player

• Ability to perform constant viewing of multiple video and computer monitors

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Flexible work hours required, including holidays, weekends, evenings and possible overtime hours

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.