The Technical Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions
Job Summary
The Technical Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.
Observes pictures through monitors and directs camera/video staff concerning composition and acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments.
Switches video sources and gives direction at the same time during live broadcasts while testing equipment to ensure proper operation.
Matching Summary
The Technical Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Ross overdrive automation
broadcast control equipment
live broadcasts
technical operators
news producers
Nice-to-have
high energy newscasts
clean productions
excellent communication skills
Key Requirements
High school diploma
Minimum two years’ experience in news operations and production
Proficiency with broadcast control equipment
Experience with Ross overdrive automation preferred