Technical Director

ReelzChannel, LLC; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WDIO-TV in Duluth, MN is seeking a Technical Director to oversee all technical direction for live news broadcasts and special events, both live and pre-recorded.

Responsibilities include operating VizRT Vectar/NewsMaker automation, designing graphics, and coordinating with producers to pace segments while handling changes calmly.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Establish pace of newscasts and sequences of segments according to time requirements and accessibility with the producer.
• Handle last-minute and unexpected changes in a professional, poised manner during live broadcasts and communicate clearly to all involved.
• 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 (video editing, shooting or updating digital content).
• Report to work on time and work established schedule/hours, including occasional weekend shifts.

Skills

Live directing

Broadcast automation

Graphic design

Tools

VizRT Vectar

NewTek TriCaster

Adobe After Effects

Job description

WDIO-TV, News Channel 10/13 is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for Northeastern Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, WDIO-TV is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for WDIO-TV, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community.

Job Overview

The Technical Director is responsible for all technical direction of live news broadcasts and special events both live and pre-recorded.

Job Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, national origin, mental or physical disability, public assistance status or any other characteristic or trait that has protection under the law.

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