Newsnation, Technical Director

NewsNation

Chicago, IL, US
Base: $51.71ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Fully remote
Ross overdrive operation
Live television broadcast operations
Switcher effects and template creation
NewsNation is a national news cable network reaching approximately 75 million television households across the United States

Job Summary

  • NewsNation is a national news cable network reaching approximately 75 million television households across the United States.
  • The Technical Director will prepare and switch video elements during live and pre-recorded programming using Ross Overdrive and related tools, ensuring quality standards.
  • Full-time employees receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, and life insurance.

Matching Summary

NewsNation is a national news cable network reaching approximately 75 million television households across the United States.

Salary

Base: $51.71/hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ross Overdrive operation
  • live television broadcast operations
  • switcher effects and template creation
  • multitasking in fast-paced environment
  • video element switching
  • broadcast equipment proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • training others and creating documentation
  • creative input to enhance final product
  • problem solving and quick thinking
  • collaborative team environment
  • experience with robotic cameras and audio
  • working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Key Requirements

  • Five plus years live television broadcast experience
  • Proficiency with Ross Overdrive required
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • IBEW union membership required

Work Rights

IBEW union membership required

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