Broadcast director

TEGNA • Charlotte, NC

250d

About The Position

WCNC-TV Charlotte, the TEGNA NBC affiliate in Charlotte seeks a Broadcast Director. The primary responsibility of this position is directing daily newscasts and other local programs, utilizing both production automation and manual switching operations. The Broadcast Director will work closely with our news, production, and technical teams to produce fast-paced, compelling and comprehensive newscasts and programs. We are looking for someone to bring forward-thinking production ideas, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to manage quality control at a high level. In addition, the candidate must also be familiar with all studio operations, including floor directing, camera operation, teleprompter, graphics creation, audio, lighting, non-linear editing, content management systems and master control systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications or TV Production or related degree preferred or equivalent experience may be substituted.
• Experience (3 years preferred) with production automation, video switchers, newsroom computer systems, video servers, and graphics systems.
• Ability to adapt quickly and respond effectively for breaking news and unexpected events.
• Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on working as a team with multiple departments.
• Experience with ENPS, Chyron, and BitCentral systems is a plus.
• Flexible scheduling: this position includes weekends, and may also cover early mornings, nights, or holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily live newscasts and recorded shows using both automation and manual switching.
• Oversee the overall look of newscasts and on-air programming.
• Identify and correct potential problems before they hit air.
• Troubleshooting technical systems when required.
• Use non-linear editing and content management systems for programming, commercial and digital content creation.
• Other production department duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families.
• 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 a 100% match from the company on contributions made up to the first 4% of pay.
• 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) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree