Director for NBC10 and Telemundo62

This is a Full Time Job

• Prepares and directs live and recorded content utilizing the Ross Overdrive automated production control system & Dalet Newsroom Computer system
• Ownership of show. Make quick calls in different situations and find workarounds in the event of failures.
• Builds master rundown patterns for all shows.
• Works in conjunction with editorial and production personnel to create and execute newscasts and all content utilizing an automated production control system
• Code rundowns for shows.
• Shape overall creative appearance of the content using imaginative video, audio and graphics effects.
• Ability to work well and communicate effectively with others
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to perform under pressure in breaking news and deadline driven situations
• Gives direction and timing to talent and other technicians; May act as a traditional Director when applicable.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Work closely with editorial team on creative look and feel of each production including major special events throughout the year.

Qualifications
• Minimum 3 years of live news television directing experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating multiple screens and software applications simultaneously in a broadcast environment.
• Proficiency with live broadcast production workflows, including technical directing, audio mixing, robotics, commercial integration, live/remote cut-ins, breaking news, video playback, and graphics insertion.
• Experience with Dalet Galaxy, Ross Xpression, Ross Cambotics, Caprica Central Server, video switchers, and audio consoles preferred.
• Ability to punch and call.
• Ability to work in both NBC and Telemundo control rooms.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure and make critical decisions in a fast-paced live production environment.
• Collaborative team player.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours with short notice.

Eligibility requirements:
• BA degree in Production or related field or equivalent work experience
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be willing to work in Philadelphia, PA
• Must join or be a member of the Directors Guild of America
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.