Lead Technical Director, Live News Broadcast

Univision communications inc

San Antonio (TX)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

PTO
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness programs
401K
Life insurance

Job summary

Univision San Antonio’s News Production Operations is seeking a Technical Director with broadcast and technical operations expertise to oversee production control room activities. The role reports to the VP of Operations and emphasizes responsiveness to internal clients and informing the external audience.

Responsibilities include operating the switcher, directing promos, resolving control room issues, and coordinating with producers and engineering.

Qualifications

  • Associate degree in television production or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as Technical Director of live shows.
  • Working knowledge of control room workflows and basic audio, graphics, and server playouts.
  • Knowledge of Sony Switcher, Sony ELC automation and Ross Overdrive automation software preferred.
  • Ability to multi-task and lead a technical crew during shifts.

Responsibilities

  • Operate a Sony switcher.
  • Direct promos and briefs from the switcher.
  • Resolve technical issues in the control room.
  • Collaborate with producers and staff on rundowns and graphics.
  • Lead the technical crew during shifts.
  • Coordinate with Engineering to ensure equipment operates properly.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Multi-tasking
Pressure handling

Education

Associate degree in television production

Tools

Sony Switcher
Sony ELC automation
Ross Overdrive automation
iNEWS
Mira
Microsoft Applications
Adobe Premiere Pro
Final Cut Pro

Job description

Univision San Antonio’s News Production Operations is seeking a Technical Director with broadcast and technical operations expertise to oversee production control room activities. The role reports to the VP of Operations and emphasizes responsiveness to internal clients and informing the external audience.

Responsibilities include operating the switcher, directing promos, resolving control room issues, and coordinating with producers and engineering.

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