Live Broadcast Technical Director

The Walt Disney Company; Bristol (CT); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 73 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

ESPN Productions, Inc. in Bristol, CT seeks a Technical Director to expertly prep and switch video elements for live and pre-recorded productions in control rooms. You will ensure ESPN quality across studio shows and events in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves operating broadcast equipment, building effects, and coordinating with the Directing team. It requires 2+ years in content production and strong technical knowledge, with flexibility for nights/weekends and overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years practical Content Production or related experience at the regional to large market or network level.
• Proficient knowledge of all TV Production equipment and technology within assigned operating areas.
• Flexibility to alter shifts/days off and work overtime to accommodate projects and departmental objectives including the ability to work nights and weekends.
• Must demonstrate ability to perform tasks under tight deadlines, work independently and lead simultaneous projects.
• Solid understanding of workflow in other business units, including their impact and/or specific integration with Production Operations.
• Organizational, efficiency and planning skills are required.
• Must be willing and able to adapt to a constantly changing environment.
• Candidates must have good computer background (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc...) and solid communication skills.
• Problem solves and troubleshoots using effective communication to best convey any issues needing resolution.
• Seeks out information in regard to the workflow of other business units, including their impact and/or specific integration with Production Operations, and utilizing that information to enhance processes and/or educate others.

Responsabilités

• Operate all broadcast equipment and technology within assigned operating areas.
• Build and maintain effects for various productions, providing communication and documentation to the Technical Directing team.
• Demonstrate solid knowledge of plant signal flow and routing.
• Measure video signals to ensure quality control per ESPN standards.
• Participate in special event coverage and projects as necessary.
• May train others in operational areas and generate training documentation when required.
• File reports on working conditions, equipment status, and personal development as requested.
• Participate in training programs for self-development and workflow changes.
• Perform other duties to help achieve business objectives.

Connaissances

Content Production

Broadcast Equipment

Deadline-driven

Leadership

Formation

High School diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Communications

Outils

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Description du poste

ESPN Productions, Inc. in Bristol, CT seeks a Technical Director to expertly prep and switch video elements for live and pre-recorded productions in control rooms. You will ensure ESPN quality across studio shows and events in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves operating broadcast equipment, building effects, and coordinating with the Directing team. It requires 2+ years in content production and strong technical knowledge, with flexibility for nights/weekends and overtime.