Studio Director
Fox Sports
Fort Lauderdale, FLThis was removed by the employer on 3/16/2018 9:04:00 AM PST
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Freelance Job
The Freelance Studio Director is responsible for the technical preparation and execution of live studio-based pregame, intermission, and postgame coverage for Fox Sports Florida & Fox Sports Sun's NBA, NHL, and MLB team partners. Duties include collaborating with editorial personnel and technical crew to deliver compelling, high quality content. The Studio Director will also communicate regularly and clearly with remote production teams and offsite Master Control operators to ensure clean integration of studio productions into each night's game telecast. As the Director is responsible for executing the overall creative appearance of studio shows, they will lead the studio technical crew. The Director must have a clear understanding of studio shot composition, lighting, and aesthetics, as well as the ability to clearly communicate those expectations to crew members. On air, the Director provides cues and timing to talent and crew on studio productions, and runs video playback through the Avid Interplay system. Additional responsibilities include working with Coordinating Producers and engineering to refine workflows and provide feedback, with new capabilities and efficiencies top of mind. The Director, along with producers, is responsible for writing and submission of detailed crew reports on every studio production. This role is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Responsibilities
• Collaborate with producers and crew to deliver compelling, high quality content. Lead the studio technical crew, communicating plans for each show regularly and clearly. Communicate with offsite Master Control and remote production teams to ensure clean integration of studio productions with remote game telecasts.
• Direct assigned shows, accurately timing each program, and guiding talent and crew through shows seamlessly.
• Provide constructive feedback after each production to studio crew, and review areas where improvement could be needed.
• Provide written reporting of any equipment, operational or crew issues; Communicate regularly with Coordinating Producer to recognize crew/production assistant successes, report any concerns, and for creative/editorial input.
• Ensure accurate execution of all required sponsored elements, marketing drops, and other network-driven initiatives within shows.
Qualifications:
• A Bachelor's degree is preferred. A minimum of 5 years previous broadcast production experience, with emphasis on directing live programs and communicating effectively with talent and crew, is also preferred. Ability to properly time a live production is required.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Basic math skills are required.
• The ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast paced environment is essential. Knowledge of television studio environments, including the ability to work flexible hours is necessary. Experience producing in the remote truck environment is a plus. Knowledge of and passion for NBA basketball, NHL hockey & Major League Baseball is required. Must have a clear understanding of studio shot composition, lighting, and aesthetics, as well as the ability to clearly communicate those expectations to crew members. Good interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work as a team leader are also necessary. Good organizational, time management, and communication skills are required. Knowledge of remote production and technical equipment is a plus.
Division Description
FOX Sports Regional Networks are the nation's leading provider of local sports, producing over 5,000 live events each year and serving as the home town television outlets to 44 MLB, NHL, and NBA teams. FOX Sports' nationwide roster of 22 regional sports networks includes FOX Sports Arizona, FOX Sports Carolinas, FOX Sports Detroit, FOX Sports Florida, FOX Sports Indiana, FOX Sports Kansas City, FOX Sports Midwest, FOX Sports New Orleans, FOX Sports North, FOX Sports Ohio, FOX Sports Oklahoma, FOX Sports San Diego, FOX Sports South, FOX Sports Southwest, FOX Sports Tennessee, FOX Sports West, FOX Sports Wisconsin, PRIME Ticket,SportSouth, SportsTime Ohio, Sun Sports, and the YES Network.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.