Technical Director

Paramount • Fort Lauderdale, FL

4d

About The Position

CBS Sports Digital -- a portfolio of premium digital sports media properties including CBSSports.com, CBS Sports HQ, The Golazo Network, CBS Sports Network, Paramount+ and SportsLine -- is consistently ranked a top-three sports property, reaching more than 70M sports fans monthly across desktop, mobile, and connected TV devices. Our team is a diverse and agile group that effectively collaborates with the business to shape our department. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of broadcast operations and production activities. The Technical Director will work together with Directors, Producers and Graphics/Video Teams in planning newscasts and overseeing the crew on newscast pre-production activities.

Requirements

• 2+ years of "hands-on" experience in the technical direction of television newscasts
• Since the schedules will rotate, you must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and overnights, and holidays. Must be able to work additional hours beyond scheduled shift with little or no notice if needed
• Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news
• Experience with ELC OPERATIONS – calling and cutting News Broadcasts, Camera Robotics, Audio Consoles, Playout Servers, and Graphics Playback
• Extensive knowledge of video switchers, graphics systems, server playout systems, audio consoles and robotic camera systems is essential.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Communications or equivalent
• Experience with Ross products including switchers, Inception and Xpression
• Desire to learn and adapt in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prepare the studio for each broadcast including lighting and camera framing
• Check in each guest/analyst via LiveU, Zoom, etc. This includes a full audio check
• Direct, switch, and operate audio and cameras during broadcasts. Show times and durations vary from 15 minutes to full hour broadcasts on CBS Sports HQ
• Work closely with various Paramount Global entities to connect guests and analysts
• Must be prepared for breaking news and postgame reactions throughout each shift at any time
• Work closely with CBS Sports Broadcast to create compelling content for customers on CBS Sports Digital platforms.

Benefits

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages.
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director