Director/Master Control Operator - Wtoc

Gray Media • Savannah, GA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

WTOC is looking for our next director with a background in master control. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, calculated, and passionate about bringing the producer's vision to life and balancing tasks in master control. This individual must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• 1 year of experience in directing, master control, production, or related fields
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize complex tasks
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Strong organizational skills
• Understanding of FCC broadcast regulations
• Knowledgeable in operating PCs and automation software
• Must be able to work effectively under pressure
• Work closely with other departments to meet all daily demands
• Flexibility with scheduling and job assignments
• Willingness to learn new hardware and software

Nice To Haves

• Newscast Directing/Master Control/Production assistance experience a plus
• Knowledge of Ross Overdrive, Caprica, ENPS, and Crispin automation and playout systems preferred
• Requires skill with Ross Overdrive automation, Ross production video switcher, VizRT graphics system, Evertz master control video switcher, Crispin Master Control automation, Edius editing software, and all supporting equipment in Production/Master Control; including the ability to effectively perform the following: remote camera operation, prompter operation, audio operation, commercial/promo ingesting, program ingesting/segmenting, and desktop editing.
• The successful candidate must possess strong communication and people skills

Responsibilities

• Directing live newscasts daily
• Monitoring and maintaining video and audio of Master Control
• Operating various types of broadcast equipment including PTZ cameras, audio mixers, and production switchers
• Creating clear and accurate reports of on-air discrepancies
• Coding newscasts for Ross automation

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
• Complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
• Prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed