Broadcast Director

TEGNA Inc. • Beaumont, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.
12News (ABC & NBC) in Beaumont, Texas, is seeking a temporary Broadcast Director for an expected duration of four to six months. This position is responsible for directing newscasts and other local programming using manual switching operations.
The Broadcast Director will work closely with our news, production, and technical teams to deliver fast-paced, compelling, and comprehensive newscasts and local programming.
We are seeking a candidate who brings forward-thinking production ideas, strong technical expertise, and the ability to maintain a high standard of on-air quality control. The ideal candidate will also be familiar with all studio operations, including floor directing, camera operation, teleprompting, graphics creation, audio, lighting, non-linear editing, content management systems, and master control systems.

Requirements

• Experience with manual production switchers, ENPS, BitCentral, and Chyron graphics systems is preferred.
• Ability to adapt quickly and respond effectively to breaking news, severe weather, and other unexpected events.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.
• Three or more years of directing experience in a medium or major market is preferred but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, television production, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Direct live newscasts using a Sony manual switcher.
• Oversee the overall look and execution of newscasts and on-air programming, identifying and resolving potential issues before they reach air.
• Maintain studio readiness and organization, including lights, sets, and related production areas.
• Create graphics for newscast and program elements.
• Troubleshoot technical systems as needed.
• Perform other broadcast production duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
• Access to dental and eye care coverage
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) program with company match
• Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc
• 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Nine paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree