NBC Universal • New York, NY 10176
Job #2683130179
We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (~~~) initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility (~~~) work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.
NBCUniversal has an opening for a Technical Director supporting the News Division. The Technical Director will communicate directions and operate a production switcher to provide a complete program of multi-layered video sources with graphical effects live for air.
Collaborate with the team
Offer technical and creative solutions to create the overall vision for air
Prepare and organize show notes, script, set placement and camera directions
Build and organize switcher effects, snapshots, transitions and specialty wipes
Create and maintain show documentation
Test and prepare systems and equipment for use
Prepare and route video and audio sources
Switch live programs and communicate real-time direction to technical crew
Communicate show element coordination during rehearsal and live production
Work with engineering to ensure equipment is meeting client expectations
Manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Minimum 2 years of experience using production switchers, DVE's, graphics devices, DDR's, electronic routers and patch bays
Minimum 2 years of experience in a live news, entertainment and/or sports production control room environment.
Must be available for all shifts (weekends and holidays); schedule changes with little to no notice; working additional hours beyond schedule as needed
Must be available for all shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Must be willing to work additional hours beyond scheduled with no notice.
Must be willing to work in New York City.
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
Must be 18 years or older
Ability to think quickly, and keep pace with fast moving shows
Extensive experience with Sony Production Switchers
Strong client service and interpersonal skills
Ability to handle pressure in an on-air environment
Knowledge of live news TV production processes
Previous experience with INews newsroom systems
Advanced PC computer skills
Excellent troubleshooting and problem resolution skills
Ability to work in fast-paced, team-oriented environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Equipment knowledge desired: Sony MVS8000X 5 ME HD Switcher, Abekas Mira DDR, DreamCatcher, Evertz EXE Routers, RTS Communication System, Viz Graphics, and Sony ELC Automation
Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
This is a NABET Union position. Candidate must be willing to join NABET if not already a member.
Pay Range: $50.00 - $70.00/hour
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