Technical Director

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Freelance Technical Director to join our Fox News family. As a Freelance­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­ Technical Director you will be at the heart of live breaking news. We are the team that ensures all visual elements are produced seamlessly in a high-pressure 24/7 news environment.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Switch fast-paced productions seen throughout the Fox News networks
• Offer creative suggestions that enhance show productions
• Collaborate with graphic department and editorial leads as new shows are developed
• Organize and maintain switcher files, visual effects, and other peripheral devices equipment associated with the TD area
• Demonstrate technical ability to troubleshoot and understand video workflow

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Three to five years' experience as a control room Technical Director in a live news environment
• Knowledge of switchers, DVE's, Device controllers, and Video Server
• Excellent control room demeanor, proven leadership skills, team-first attitude, and the ability to handle pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility and willingness to work weekends and any shift in a 24-hour time period and breaking news environment
• A desire to learn new technologies, processes, and/or procedures as they are implemented
• Four-year degree from an accredited university or demonstrated experience in the field
• A strong interest in current events

NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT A DEAL BREAKER
• Knowledge of SONY switchers, DNF controllers, Nexio servers, and Ross Overdrive automated production control system is a plus
• Firsthand experience partnering with some of the best directors in TV news

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d55q83-3-80-3-192-42 in your application.