Show Director

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Show Director to join our Fox News family and be an integral part of the number one News network in America. As the ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Director, you plan and direct live and live-to-tape news programs and special events. You also work closely with producers to grow and develop show concepts. We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, breaking news control room environment and can anticipate the needs of the editorial team in order to execute effectively.

Demo reel and director track should be available upon request.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Plan and direct live and live-to-tape news programs and special events
• Consult the producing team to improve the overall quality of the show
• Work with the control room team to execute a high-quality show
• Collaborate with the team to build out all new shows and studios for the network which includes planning, blocking, and launching
• Thrive in a highly competitive environment and want to always win

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 5+ years' experience directing live television news & specials
• Know-how to work seamlessly with producers, talent, and technical staff
• Good instincts, creative ideas, strong visual ability and understand when to take risks
• Leadership capabilities and exceptional ability to stay calm under intense and constant pressure
• Strong analytical and technical skills
• Flexibility to work all shifts in a 24/7/365 breaking News environment
• Solid knowledge of current events and news of the day

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEAL BREAKER
• Technical director skills
• Automation skills

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r01b98-3-144-42-196-42 in your application.