Live News Technical Director — Broadcast Ops Lead

univision; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

401K

Life insurance

Health benefits

Job summary

Univision San Antonio News Production is seeking a Technical Director with hands-on experience in broadcast operations to oversee control room activities, switcher operation, and coordination with producers. The role emphasizes leadership and reliability for live events.

The position requires strong communication skills, the ability to multi-task under pressure, and flexibility to work a 24x7 schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in television production or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as Technical Director of live shows.
• Working knowledge of control room workflows and basic audio, GFX, and server playouts.
• Knowledge of Sony Switcher, Sony ELC and Ross Overdrive preferred.
• Leadership skills to manage the technical crew during shifts.
• Proficiency in video editing tools (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
• Must communicate effectively with producers and staff; able to multi-task.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred; flexible on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Sony switcher.
• Direct promos and briefs.
• Apply technical expertise to resolve control room issues.
• Collaborate with producers and staff on rundowns and graphics.
• Manage and lead the technical crew during shifts.
• Work with Engineering to ensure equipment operates properly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical leadership

Live TV

Switcher operation

On-call readiness

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

Associate degree in television production

Tools

Sony Switcher

Sony ELC

Ross Overdrive

iNEWS

Mira

Outlook

Excel

Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

Job description

Univision San Antonio News Production is seeking a Technical Director with hands-on experience in broadcast operations to oversee control room activities, switcher operation, and coordination with producers. The role emphasizes leadership and reliability for live events.

The position requires strong communication skills, the ability to multi-task under pressure, and flexibility to work a 24x7 schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.