Senior Live Broadcast Technical Director

Univision communications inc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Univision Chicago is seeking a Technical Director to lead broadcast and production operations, directing on-air elements and live shows with strong technical oversight. The role requires night, weekend, and holiday shifts, working closely with master control and sat ops to ensure seamless transmissions.

The candidate will oversee graphics, switching, Robo-Cam, lighting, and non-linear editing within the Avid/Vizrt ecosystem, while maintaining high standards of professionalism and team

Qualifications

• Experience directing on-air elements for television productions.
• Ability to communicate effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with Vizrt graphics workflows and studio control techniques.
• Proficiency with Sony switchers and Avid ecosystem for live/edited content.
• Experience with studio lighting, Robo-Cam, and non-linear editing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Direct all elements of on-air broadcast, audio, and video for a station program.
• Block and code rundowns; manage production execution of newscasts and live cut-ins.
• Operate Studio Control and Vizrt graphics in a fast-paced environment.
• Direct live shows using Sony switcher, ELC, and Avid tools.
• Manage Robo-Cam, lighting, and camera feeds during productions.
• Perform non-linear editing with Avid Media Composer and related tools.
• Manage inbound feeds, routing via Microwave/Satellite, and associated equipment.
• Coordinate with master control, sat ops, and other station departments.

Skills

On-air control

Broadcast operations

Crisis management

Communication under pressure

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Tools

Vizrt Graphics Software

Sony switcher

Avid Media Composer

Avid editing workflows

Job description

Univision Chicago is seeking a Technical Director to lead broadcast and production operations, directing on-air elements and live shows with strong technical oversight. The role requires night, weekend, and holiday shifts, working closely with master control and sat ops to ensure seamless transmissions.

The candidate will oversee graphics, switching, Robo-Cam, lighting, and non-linear editing within the Avid/Vizrt ecosystem, while maintaining high standards of professionalism and team