Micr Director Big Ten Network

This is a Full Time Job

The Big Ten Network is looking for a MICR (Multi-Camera Insert Control Room) Director to join our team in Chicago, IL. This position reporting to the Vice President of Remote Events will direct productions originating from our MICR studios. Responsibilities include overall direction of camera crew, TD, graphics, videotape, video, audio and show engineers. The Director will command the overall pace and packaging of sports shows originating from the MICR studios as well as, on occasion, remote productions. Communication with the producer, operations manager, tech manager and arena personnel prior to game day is required. This position will ensure that the production crews stay on schedule and on task. Knowledge of all Big Ten sports are imperative.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Game Broadcast Planning
• Work with Producer, Operations Manager, Tech Manager, and Coordinating Producer leading up to game to help manage the technical and operational aspects of each show
• Perform site surveys at venues to map out camera placement, cable runs, talent location, etc.
• Create camera sheets for game operators and other production staff with headshots, numbers, and coach information so operators can quickly identify people in-game
• Communicate with Producer, CP, and Remote Operations to layout realistic production schedule for each broadcast
• Communicate with operation and tech managers to outline expectations for each broadcast
• Download necessary information for tech books for each show
• Stay current in the industry.
• Watch other sports broadcasts & read news (websites, social media, etc) to stay current on happenings in the Big Ten Conference and beyond

Work with MICR Production Crew on LIVE broadcasts
• Provide comprehensive guidance, direction & cues for MICR crew on every show
• Collaborate with graphics department, AP, VIZ operator to create graphic elements for each game
• Keep MICR crew on schedule for each production
• Help troubleshoot any technical issues and find solutions as they arise
• Communicate with A1 regarding all audio elements required for each game (music, interviews, locker room access, etc)

Work with Engineering & Remote Operations Departments
• Work with the Director of Engineering, Assistant Chief Engineer, and Senior Remote Engineer as they are responsible for the maintenance of all MICR equipment and let them know about issues as they occur and help with scheduling should maintenance be required
• Coordinate with remote operations department to create broadcast plans and camera locations at Big Ten venues for various sports

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 3+ years of sports directing experience
• Passion for sports
• Ability to think strategically and creatively, with strong knowledge for sports and/or media industry
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with a focus on being able to deliver clear and concise direction
• Leadership experience and ability to work with different personalities
• Great organizational skills due to the number of productions & layout of show formats
• Excellent knowledge of the Big Ten Conference and each of the sports covered
• Creative and able to think outside the box. Broadcasts should not be ''cookie-cutter''
• Good intuition to make crucial judgment calls
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated and able to have conversations with multiple levels of personnel
• Must be computer literate in MS Word & MS Excel

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
• Bachelor's degree in communications, broadcast, or a related field

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