Technician Director/ Director

Company: ENGINEERINGUK
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• TD/Direct live daily newscasts and other productions, including special events, using Sony ELC automation.
• Candidate must understand and accept the responsibility and accountability that comes with this position.
• Set up mics, operate audio consoles, run robotic cameras, shade studio and remote cameras, floor direct, and manage studio guests when not directing.
• Collaborate efficiently with show producers and lead technical crew in implementing clean shows.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Solid knowledge and proven skills within all areas of news and studio production: OverDrive automation, switchers, audio, CG, server ingest and playback, robotic camera operation, and iNews NRCS.
  • Detailed understanding of standard modern computer systems applied in broadcast control rooms and studios.
  • Strong dedication to quality and attention to detail.
  • Currently working in similar positions in a broadcast studio with a minimum 1 year experience of news production.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Experience with newscast directing applying ROSS Overdrive automation.
    • Strong computer skills and technical troubleshooting a plus.
    • The ability to multitask and work proficiently in a fast-paced broadcast environment is essential.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
      • Must be open to working early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as broadcast shifts vary.
      • Candidate is required to join IBEW Union if not currently a member.
      • Must have a valid driver's license.
      • Must be able to lift 50 pounds and push 75 pounds.CBS News and Stations brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation's #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O'DONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network, CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations' top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News' streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today's digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.
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