Technical Director

hubbardbroadcasting; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbard Broadcasting is seeking a Technical Director to command live newscasts using VizRT and automated production systems in a fast-paced studio environment.

You will partner with producers to shape pacing, formats, and transitions, ensuring smooth broadcasts and timely responses to changing conditions. The role involves lighting, graphics, and occasional content updates to support daily newscasts.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Technical direct newscasts using a VizRT Vectar via NewsMaker NewsCaster production automation system (tech directing, graphics, cameras and audio automated).
• Program production automation to facilitate changing of newscast formatting over time.
• Design graphics for newscasts and adhere to design standards set forth by the Brand Manager.
• Establish pace of newscasts and sequences of segments with producer according to time requirements and accessibility.
• Ensure programs run smoothly during live broadcasts.
• Handle last-minute and unexpected changes in a professional, poised manner during live broadcasts; communicate calmly, quickly and clearly as needed.
• Maintain adequate studio lighting levels and work with Brand Manager to light new sets or make changes to existing sets.
• Keep the studio functional and clean.
• Assist the News Department when needed; may include video editing, shooting or updating digital content.
• Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours, including occasional weekend shifts.

Skills

Live directing

Production automation

Graphic design

Adobe After Effects

Studio lighting

Fast-paced work environment

Multitasking

Tools

VizRT Vectar

NewTek TriCaster

NewsMaker NewsCaster

Video editing

Job description

• Technical direct newscasts using a VizRT Vectar (NewTek TriCaster) via a NewsMaker NewsCaster production automation system (tech directing, graphics, cameras and audio are all automated and executed by the Technical Director).
• Program production automation system to facilitate the changing of newscast formatting over time.
• Design graphics for newscasts and adhere to design standards set forth by the Brand Manager.
• Along with producer, establish pace of newscasts and sequences of segments according to time requirements and accessibility.
• Ensures programs run smoothly during live broadcasts.
• Handle last-minute and unexpected changes in a professional, poised manner during live broadcasts. Be able to communicate
  calmly, quickly and clearly to all involved as needed.
• Maintain adequate studio lighting levels and work with Brand Manager to light new sets or make changes to existing sets.
• Keep the studio functional and clean.
• Assist the News Department when needed. This may include video editing, shooting or updating digital content.
• Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours, which includes occasional weekend shifts.

• Previous experience directing live newscasts in an automated environment (preferred).
• Possess knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control and operations of television systems.
• Must be flexible and able to deal with unexpected show changes calmly.
• Graphic design experience preferred. Knowledge of Adobe After Effects preferred.
• Experience with studio lighting and using industry standard lighting techniques.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.