Hubbard Broadcasting is hiring: Technical Director in Duluth
Hubbard Broadcasting - Duluth, MN, United States, 55811
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Overview
WDIO-TV, News Channel 10/13 is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for Northeastern Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, WDIO-TV is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for WDIO-TV, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!
Job Responsibilities
- Technicaldirect newscasts using a VizRT Vectar (NewTek TriCaster) via a NewsMaker NewsCaster production automation system (tech directing, graphics, cameras and audio are all automated and executed by the Technical Director).
- Programproduction automation system to facilitate the changing of newscast formatting over time.
- Design graphics for newscasts and adhere to design standards set forth by the Brand Manager.
- Alongwith producer, establish pace of newscasts and sequences of segments according to time requirements and accessibility.
- Ensuresprograms run smoothly during live broadcasts.
- Handlelast-minute and unexpected changes in a professional, poised manner during live broadcasts. Be able to communicate calmly, quickly and clearly to all involved as needed.
- Maintainadequate studio lighting levels and work with Brand Manager to light new sets or make changes to existing sets.
- Keep the studio functional and clean.
- Assistthe News Department when needed. This may include video editing, shooting or updating digital content.
- Reportto work on time and work established schedule/hours, which includes occasional weekend shifts.
Qualifications
- Previousexperience directing live newscasts in an automated environment (preferred).
- Possessknowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control and operations of television systems.
- Mustbe flexible and able to deal with unexpected show changes calmly.
- Graphicdesign experience preferred. Knowledge of Adobe After Effects preferred.
- Experience with studio lighting and using industry standard lighting techniques.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks
Compensation and Benefits
When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations. The hourly rate of pay for this position is $18-$23 . This is a full time (40 hour per week) position.
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Diversity Statement
Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.