Warner Bros. Discovery
Technical Director
Warner Bros. Discovery, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
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Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.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…Your New Role:We are growing our Studio Operations Team here at WBD at Techwood Studios in Atlanta. Studio Operations is changing throughout the industry. Therefore, we are also expanding our world class facilities in support of our top tier, innovative productions happening here daily.The Technical Director will function as one of the technical leads for a production during live game and/or studio broadcast productions. The Technical Director is responsible for set up and operation of the production switcher and associated technical equipment in the Production Control Room and/or live location environment. They are also responsible for evaluating and then assigning all video inputs taking into consideration timing and video levels all while orchestrating the control room set up.Your Role Accountabilities:LIVE/TAPED PRODUCTIONSSet up and operate production switchers and all associated technical equipment in a Production Control Room and/or Live Location environment during live game and/or studio broadcast productions.Collaborate with the Director and Producer to execute the technical and artistic vision for each live game and/or studio production.Lead the technical portion of the production team during the production set up and coordinate the faxing of their equipment and show elements since their equipment and work passes through the production switcher.Collaborate with A1, V1, and other production entities needed for the technical fax to verify all video and audio signals are routed correctly.During a live game and/or studio broadcast productions recall video sources, transitions and effects and route studio monitors as instructed by Show Director.Continuously monitor all sources used during the production to ensure all video levels look correct and stay in timing.Must be able to handle the pressures of live programming and limited time constraints.COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATIONWork closely with the Technical Operations and Production (BEST) Engineering to identify, troubleshoot, and solve technical problems for Live Location, PCRs and Studio productions.Collaborate with Production (BEST) Engineering, Technical Operations and Production Management to identify and special order any equipment needed for live game and/or studio broadcast productions.Effective communicator across teams.PLANNING RESPONSIBILITIESCreates documentation on switcher builds, effects builds and set up of the switcher for each broadcast production.Qualifications & Experiences:Minimum of 3 years of network level broadcast experience operating as a Technical Director for live game, live remote and/or live studio productions.Knowledge of current industry standards.Knowledge of video signal flow and video router operations.Knowledge of IP router operations and the software used to edit panels.Must be able to technically operate various models of video switchers, digital effects devices and other associated ancillary equipment.Must take ownership and accountability for assigned projects.Able to work flexible, non-traditional hours including weekends and holidays.Not Required but preferred experience:Diverse background in broadcast television preferred, including camera and/or video playback.Knowledge of Grass Valley switchers.Knowledge of Evertz monitoring systems.Knowledgeable of new technologies available or on the horizon.Championing Inclusion at WBDWarner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. 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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.
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Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.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…Your New Role:We are growing our Studio Operations Team here at WBD at Techwood Studios in Atlanta. Studio Operations is changing throughout the industry. Therefore, we are also expanding our world class facilities in support of our top tier, innovative productions happening here daily.The Technical Director will function as one of the technical leads for a production during live game and/or studio broadcast productions. The Technical Director is responsible for set up and operation of the production switcher and associated technical equipment in the Production Control Room and/or live location environment. They are also responsible for evaluating and then assigning all video inputs taking into consideration timing and video levels all while orchestrating the control room set up.Your Role Accountabilities:LIVE/TAPED PRODUCTIONSSet up and operate production switchers and all associated technical equipment in a Production Control Room and/or Live Location environment during live game and/or studio broadcast productions.Collaborate with the Director and Producer to execute the technical and artistic vision for each live game and/or studio production.Lead the technical portion of the production team during the production set up and coordinate the faxing of their equipment and show elements since their equipment and work passes through the production switcher.Collaborate with A1, V1, and other production entities needed for the technical fax to verify all video and audio signals are routed correctly.During a live game and/or studio broadcast productions recall video sources, transitions and effects and route studio monitors as instructed by Show Director.Continuously monitor all sources used during the production to ensure all video levels look correct and stay in timing.Must be able to handle the pressures of live programming and limited time constraints.COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATIONWork closely with the Technical Operations and Production (BEST) Engineering to identify, troubleshoot, and solve technical problems for Live Location, PCRs and Studio productions.Collaborate with Production (BEST) Engineering, Technical Operations and Production Management to identify and special order any equipment needed for live game and/or studio broadcast productions.Effective communicator across teams.PLANNING RESPONSIBILITIESCreates documentation on switcher builds, effects builds and set up of the switcher for each broadcast production.Qualifications & Experiences:Minimum of 3 years of network level broadcast experience operating as a Technical Director for live game, live remote and/or live studio productions.Knowledge of current industry standards.Knowledge of video signal flow and video router operations.Knowledge of IP router operations and the software used to edit panels.Must be able to technically operate various models of video switchers, digital effects devices and other associated ancillary equipment.Must take ownership and accountability for assigned projects.Able to work flexible, non-traditional hours including weekends and holidays.Not Required but preferred experience:Diverse background in broadcast television preferred, including camera and/or video playback.Knowledge of Grass Valley switchers.Knowledge of Evertz monitoring systems.Knowledgeable of new technologies available or on the horizon.Championing Inclusion at WBDWarner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. 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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.
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