Broadcast Technical Director

This is a Full Time Job

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Role Details:

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of broadcast operations and production activities. The Technical Director will work collaboratively with Directors, Producers and Graphics/Video Teams in planning newscasts and overseeing the crew on newscast pre-production activities.
Your Day-to-Day:

• Set up and prepare the studio for each broadcast including lighting and camera framing
• Check in each guest/analyst via LiveU, Zoom, etc. This includes a full audio check
• Direct, switch, and operate audio and cameras during broadcasts. Show times and durations vary from 15 minutes to full hour broadcasts on CBS Sports HQ
• Work closely with various Paramount Global entities to connect guests and analysts
• Must be prepared for breaking news and postgame reactions throughout each shift at any time

Key Projects:
Work closely with CBS Sports Broadcast to create compelling content for customers on CBS Sports Digital platforms.

Qualifications:

You have -

• At least 3 years of 'hands-on' experience in the technical direction of television newscasts
• Since the schedules will rotate, you must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and overnights, and holidays. Must be able to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift with little or no notice if needed
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news
• Experience with ELC OPERATIONS – calling and cutting News Broadcasts, Camera Robotics, Audio Consoles, Playout Servers, and Graphics Playback
• Extensive knowledge of video switchers, graphics systems, server playout systems, audio consoles and robotic camera systems is essential.
• Desire to learn and adapt in a fast paced environment.

You might also have

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Communications or equivalent
• Experience with Ross products including switchers, Inception and Xpression