What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director/Technical Operator, CNN position at CNN?
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Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.
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Your New Role…
The Director/Technical Operator team is a very computer savvy, multi-tasking, detail-oriented group of individuals that must master multiple production disciplines to get the daily job done.
In the control room, the tech team will multi-task and rotate between TD/Director, Audio, Graphics and Robo Camera to produce live and recorded content for TV and Digital platforms.
Your Role Accountabilities…
Preferred
You’ll work in a software based production facility control room in a fast-paced live news environment. Experience with the following equipment or systems is preferred:
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
We are the now and the next. The power behind the people building the future. We are born from the spirit of innovation. We are created from the idea that people around the world want more, need more, deserve more. We are the home of the global digital revolution. We are CNN.
To see what it’s like to work at CNN, follow @WBDLife on Instagram and X!
Your New Role…
The Director/Technical Operator team is a very computer savvy, multi-tasking, detail-oriented group of individuals that must master multiple production disciplines to get the daily job done.
In the control room, the tech team will multi-task and rotate between TD/Director, Audio, Graphics and Robo Camera to produce live and recorded content for TV and Digital platforms.
Your Role Accountabilities…
- Directing, mixing audio as well as operating graphics, studio set up and cameras for all live and pre-produced programming;
- Collaborating with Editorial show teams and Engineering across CNN bureaus in an ever-changing, time-sensitive environment;
- Prepping & executing PCR and Studio & Controlling video, audio, graphics, cameras, lighting, control room routing, processing technical rundowns for live and taped productions;
- Inform and advise the technical & editorial crew of show needs (animations, music, graphics, props, set furnishings);
- Skillful troubleshooting of gear to assist engineers in quickly fixing the equipment;
- Participate in goal setting and annual performance evaluations of technical, engineering & editorial staff.
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in TV production/communication
- Industry experience directing in a live news environment
- Operational knowledge of all control room & studio positions
- Modern knowledge of control room computer systems
Preferred
You’ll work in a software based production facility control room in a fast-paced live news environment. Experience with the following equipment or systems is preferred:
- VIZ Mosart or other automation system like ROSS - OVERDRIVE, GRASSVALLEY - IGNITE SONY - ELC.
- iNews
- Server Based Playback
- RTS/VLink
- Robotic cameras
- IFB & general audio knowledge
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
