Broadcast Director

Job Description

WBNS 10TV, the TEGNA CBS affiliate in Columbus, OH is looking for an evening Broadcast Director. The person filling this role will be tasked with the directing and switching of our live broadcasts using Ross Overdrive Production Automation. The director is the last line of defense of our product before it hits the air. We are seeking an individual who can execute transformation and growth of our visual product in the ever-changing world of live local news. This position is responsible for coding and punching our locally produced content with the potential to produce special projects. The director works closely with a team of production professionals and news producers to place the most compelling and clean products on the air. We are looking for someone to bring some new, forward-thinking production ideas to the table to help us adapt to a constantly changing viewer base.

Responsibilities:
• Code and execute live/taped shows using Ross Overdrive Automation.
• Oversee the overall look of our product across multiple platforms.
• Work closely with the Production Manager to facilitate any changes and updates to our automation systems as they work together with News Automation workflows.
• Find and correct potential problems before they hit the air.
• Must have the ability to juggle multiple tasks at once.
• Efficiency with ENPS, Chyron and Ross Overdrive
• Edit syndicated promos using Adobe Premiere.
• Potential to work on special projects.
• Change studio lamps.
• Other broadcast production duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:
• 1-3 years directing experience required.
• Knowledge and experience with operation and understanding of studio cameras, production switchers, video routers and audio consoles and automation, intercom and graphics systems.
• Ability to work with a flexible schedule is a must. May require weekends and some holidays.
• Ability to work with a team of people to achieve clean newscasts.
• Must be able to work quickly and efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Ability to adapt and quickly change on the fly for breaking news and unexpected special events.

Work Environment: Office

Physical Demands: Medium work

Travel: Rarely: less than 10%

Work Environment Set: Office: normally performed in a typical interior/office environment

Physical Demands Set: Medium work: Involves standing prolong hours, stooping, bending, lifting/pushing up to 25 lbs.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 US markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit

www.TEGNA.com
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