Live Television Director (Temporary) — Control Room Leader

Senate; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Senate Media Services seeks two Television Directors to lead live production in control rooms for floor sessions, hearings, press conferences and events. You will direct crews, operate broadcast equipment, and troubleshoot as needed, ensuring high-quality coverage.

Requirements include a four-year degree in television production, two years in broadcast contexts, and familiarity with Ross and Grass Valley systems. The role demands non-partisan work and willingness to long hours during sessions.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree or equivalent experience with emphasis in television production
• Two years of experience in broadcast news, sports, cable TV, or industrial video production
• One year of experience as a Session Production Technician/Producer in Minnesota Senate Media department
• Strong familiarity with Ross Carbonite switchers, Ross Robotics systems, Ross Xpression Graphics, and Grass Valley Stratus
• Ability to communicate and guide production staff in the control room
• Ability to assist in training incoming session staff

Responsibilities

• Act as the leader of a production crew in a control room environment
• Operate a variety of television broadcast equipment (switchers, robotic cameras, graphics, recording and audio boards)
• Collaborate with permanent production staff to meet assignments and quality standards

Skills

Production leadership

Live directing

Camera operation

Communication

Training staff

Non-partisan

Education

Bachelor's degree in television production

Tools

Ross Carbonite switchers

Ross Robotics systems

Ross Xpression Graphics

Grass Valley Stratus

Job description

Senate Media Services seeks two Television Directors to lead live production in control rooms for floor sessions, hearings, press conferences and events. You will direct crews, operate broadcast equipment, and troubleshoot as needed, ensuring high-quality coverage.

Requirements include a four-year degree in television production, two years in broadcast contexts, and familiarity with Ross and Grass Valley systems. The role demands non-partisan work and willingness to long hours during sessions.