Technical Director, CNN

Turner Services Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 81,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Warner Bros. Discovery is seeking a Technical Director to switch fast-paced live news, pre-taped shows, and original programming.

You will lead a skilled control room team, calling up cameras, graphics, and video sources, while coordinating with Directors and editorial partners to ensure smooth productions. Ideal candidates bring 4+ years in live news, strong control-room knowledge, and a collaborative approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of industry experience in a live news environment.
• Operational knowledge of all control room positions.
• Familiarity with live television and pre/post-production workflows.

Responsibilities

• Switch fast-paced live news broadcasts and pre-productions using the Kayenne switcher.
• Call up cameras, remotes, graphics, video, and stills per Director instructions.
• Direct short interviews or tapings when needed and build visual effects.
• Maintain equipment operation and document discrepancies in SOPs and reports.
• Provide peer training and collaborate with editorial, graphics, and management teams.

Skills

Live news experience

High-pressure environment

Control room operations

Team leadership

Communication with Directors

Tools

Grass Valley Kayenne

Automation systems

Control room software

Job description

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are… When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next… From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive. We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN. To see what it’s like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!

Your New Role…

The Technical Director is responsible for switching fast paced live news, pre-taped shows and segments, and original programming which may include live special events. The TD is a leader among the technical crew in the control room who communicates effectively with our editorial, engineering, and design partners. Be prepared to join a team of Technical Directors who are highly skilled, prepared, creative, and collaborative.

Your Role Accountabilities…

Switch fast-paced live news broadcasts, pre-productions and taped programs on a Grass Valley Kayenne switcher. Accurately receive instructions from Director to call up cameras, remotes, graphics, video, still images, and various other sources. Route sources/images to studio monitors. Occasionally direct short interviews or other tapings. Build visual effects using production switcher. Catalog and organize effects for easy recall by TD team. Perform general operator level maintenance as required to maintain equipment operation. Offer creative ideas to Directors, Producers, Engineers and Management to help to create new workflows. Collaborate with Graphics department and editorial partners. Communicate with management on goals and/or training needs to ensure perpetual growth and progression in skillset. Stay abreast of industry advancements and new technology. Document all on/off air & equipment discrepancies. Actively contribute to SOP, workflow, and show report documentation. Attend and contribute to production or project meetings. Serve as a technical lead and assist the technical crew during the show to ensure they are performing their job(s) up to acceptable standards. Provide peer to peer training support to team members and new hires.

Qualifications & Experience…

Minimum of 4 years of Industry experience in a live news environment An ability to work in a high pressure, 24/7 news environment Operational knowledge of all control room positions Familiar with all aspects of live television and pre / post-production Modern knowledge of control room computer systems Significant industry experience technical directing and directing in a live news environment Experience with computerized automation news systems A desire to learn new technologies, processes and/or procedures as they are implemented and a willingness to work in other areas as assigned How We Get Things Done… This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law. If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request. In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $80,502.00 - $149,504.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation. Warner Bros. Discovery, a premier global media and entertainment company, offers audiences the world's most differentiated and complete portfolio of content, brands and franchises across television, film, streaming and gaming. The new company combines WarnerMedia's premium entertainment, sports and news assets with Discovery's leading non-fiction and international entertainment and sports businesses.