Director, - West Palm

Job Description

Director, - West Palm

Join our team at WPTV in West Palm Beach as a Director III where you'll lead dynamic newscasts from our automated control room. In this role, you'll bring stories to life for our viewers while serving as a valuable resource and mentor to less experienced team members. Your expertise will ensure our broadcasts maintain the highest quality standards our audience expects.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Direct or technical direct assigned daily newscasts
• Work with show producers using newsroom computer system to create integrated automated show rundowns
• Direct control room crew for pre-production, studio shot planning and graphics integration
• Direct other shows, production shoots and special reports as assigned
• Assist with studio setups including lighting
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Work flexible hours including holidays, weekends, evenings and possible overtime
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Specialized training/certification may be required
• Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Ability to direct fast-paced rapidly changing productions for extended periods
• Working knowledge of state-of-the-art video switchers and effects
• Familiarity with routers, video servers, audio consoles, robotic studio cameras, graphics systems and studio production equipment
• Strong computer skills
• Effective communication and people skills
• Ability to perform constant viewing of multiple video and computer monitors
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.
SCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to s/ucceed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-o11zz6-216-73-216-71-42 in your application.