This is a Full Time Job

• Automated Production Control (APC) environment utilizing the ROSS overdrive automated production control system
• Responsible for the ultimate technical quality of productions
• Robotic camera control system operation
• Video clip playback server operation
• Stage Managing: Direction of talent and other production crew members
• Camera operation to include studio build-up, jib, handheld, etc.
• Works in conjunction with editorial and production personnel to execute newscasts utilizing an automated production control system.
• Additional duties as needed/assigned

Qualifications

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle objects, tools or controls. Employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear and occasionally is required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Degree in communications and/or equivalent work experience
• 3 years of live studio television production experience
• 1 year solid, medium to large sized market, local news TD/ Directing experience with Ross Overdrive Production Automation, or similar
• Must have the ability to perform multiple technical responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining a high level of execution and reliability
• Experience with advanced production switcher operation and setup; manual and automated graphics play out; playback server operations; robotic, jib & studio camera operation; stage managing
• Must have strong oral /written communication, interpersonal skills and the ability to work accurately under pressure and deadlines
• Must be willing to work a regular schedule that will include days, nights, late nights, weekends, and holidays, with occasional over time
• Must have a strong work ethic, a positive attitude and leadership qualities a must
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be willing to join IBEW Local 98