Technical Director
Job description
Technical Director
*need to be able to be available for all shifts
Salary: 90-105k
Location: NYC (eastside, midtown)
Must have:
- Ross carbonite switch and tricaster
- People who have done manual switching versus automation
- Broadcast/cable news experience - live TV
- Need people who can build boxes, well versed in switches
Details:
- Directing and switching the show, so they have inputs coming in on the camera, video play back, various things coming into switcher and they are putting it in the air
- Directing 5 crew members
- Hours: vary, on the air from 630-11PM Mon-Fri, 7-7 Sat, 7-2 Sun. 5 of the 7. 9 hour shift with unpaid meal break
- Calling the shots and switching the shots
- Soft skills: someone who can work well under pressure, multi-task (lots thrown at you, calm under pressure in the control room), command the control room, get along well with producers, positive attitude
| General Description: The Technical Director plays a crucial role in the production of live television news broadcasts, ensuring seamless technical operations and high-quality output. This position requires a skilled individual with a strong understanding of broadcast technology, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. |
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate the Video Switcher for live and pre-taped programming
- Direct and Technical Direct on Newtek TriCaster
- Operate graphics, playout, and switcher simultaneously
- Communicate with producers, studio and control room crew, and talent to execute live and pre-taped programming
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Three (3) or more years of technical directing experience in a manual broadcast environment
- Three (3) or more years of successful experience in directing live television news, studio-based programming, or similarly related professional media production and media presentation experience
- Experience using ENPS or similar news production systems
- Experience using Newtek TriCaster
- Knowledge of current broadcast technologies appropriate to the position's job responsibilities
- Flexibility in scheduling; evenings and weekends is required
- Availability to work holidays
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Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more. Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
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Dexian DISYS
Jan 10, 2025