What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Director position at TelevisaUnivision?
The Local Philadelphia Production Operations team at TelevisaUnivision is looking for a Technical Director to join our team in Newfield, NJ!
You will be responsible for overseeing the technical aspects related to the broadcast production from the Production Control Room - production switcher and basic understanding of all equipment in the PCR. The Technical Director will report to the Director of Operations.
About You
You are a strategic creative thinker, self-starter, and a collaborator willing to learn and share ideas. You are proficient in all aspects of Ross Carbonite switcher, including creating/editing templates and structuring a show within iNews. Throughout your career, you've excelled in this capacity and are no stranger to working in a fast-paced environment covering a high volume of projects. Challenges don't deter you, but rather motivate you to perform at your best. Join our dynamic and passionate team and help us create content that captivates audiences and delivers exceptional results.
Your Day-day
Our Benefits
TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.
TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.
You will be responsible for overseeing the technical aspects related to the broadcast production from the Production Control Room - production switcher and basic understanding of all equipment in the PCR. The Technical Director will report to the Director of Operations.
About You
You are a strategic creative thinker, self-starter, and a collaborator willing to learn and share ideas. You are proficient in all aspects of Ross Carbonite switcher, including creating/editing templates and structuring a show within iNews. Throughout your career, you've excelled in this capacity and are no stranger to working in a fast-paced environment covering a high volume of projects. Challenges don't deter you, but rather motivate you to perform at your best. Join our dynamic and passionate team and help us create content that captivates audiences and delivers exceptional results.
Your Day-day
- Collaborate with the Creative Services team to create innovative concepts and strategies for on-air, digital, and social media content for our TV & Radio Stations and clients.
- Lead various Creative Services functions, including video & audio production, writing, and editing as assigned by the Creative Manager and Director.
- Manage production process from brainstorming to post-production, including budget planning, timelines, script drafting, casting, directing, and editing.
- Work independently on solo projects and as part of a team on large projects.
- Operate Ross Carbonite switcher.
- Operate switcher and Direct basic news, promos and briefs.
- Apply technical expertise to resolve technical issues that arise in the control room.
- Collaborate closely with producers and production staff in the preparation of rundowns and coordination of graphics.
- Manage and lead the technical crew during shift.
- Work with Engineering to ensure that all equipment is operating properly.
- Edit short and long format projects using Adobe Premiere, write scripts in English and Spanish, and design visually appealing graphics using software such as After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Associate’s degree in television production or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of one year of experience as Technical Director of live shows.
- Working knowledge of control room workflows and understanding of basic audio, GFX’s and server playouts.
- Knowledge of Ross Carbonite switcher is preferred.
- Understanding of proper video and audio levels.
- Knowledge of iNEWS and Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
- Ability to communicate effectively with producers and production staff in preparation rundowns and coordinating graphics.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
- Leadership skills necessary to manage and lead the technical crew during their shift.
- Ability to perform well under pressure and live event situations.
- Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) preferred.
- Flexibility to work onsite for extended periods of time to provide coverage in special circumstances, such as during tropical storms/hurricanes.
Our Benefits
TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.
TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.
