Television Director

This is a Full Time Job

We are looking for a tenacious Television Director to join our team. If you are a passionate storyteller with a "win-first" mentality and the technical prowess to lead a live control room, we want you in our director's chair.

As a Television Director, you are the heartbeat of our live broadcasts. You will be responsible for the seamless execution of live and live-to-tape news, business, and weather programs along with major special events. Beyond the "Ready, Take," you will act as a creative partner to our producers, helping to conceptualize, block, and launch new shows in state-of-the-art control rooms and studios.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILTIES:
• Lead the control room team in the flawless execution of live news programming and high-stakes special events.
• Collaborate closely with the editorial and production teams to elevate show aesthetics, develop new concepts, and improve overall broadcast quality.
• Play a pivotal role in the architectural phase of new programming, including studio planning, camera blocking, and full-scale launches.
• Navigate the intensity of a breaking news environment, making split-second decisions while remaining the calmest voice in the room.
• Work seamlessly with on air talent, engineers, and technical staff to ensure the highest visual and audio standards.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
• Professional experience directing live television news and specials.
• Proficiency in both conventional and automation directing. (Technical Director skills are a significant plus).
• An exceptional ability to stay focused and lead a team under the intense, constant pressure of a 24/7 news cycle.
• Strong visual storytelling ability, sharp creative instincts, and the courage to take calculated risks to enhance the viewer experience.
• Deep knowledge of current events and a sharp understanding of the news of the day.
• Must be able to work all shifts including nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays in a competitive, fast-paced environment.
• A drive to excel and a desire to remain part of the winning team in cable news.

Note:

A demo reel featuring a director's track must be available upon request.