Technical Production Manager

Versant•Washington, DC

12h•$100,000 - $135,000

About The Position

The Technical Production Manager provides support for all Versant operations in Washington, DC. This role will be responsible for managing the studio crew to execute shows, as well as day-to-day operations for Versant. Oversee Studio and Control room production, assuring performance standards Work closely with scheduling to ensure proper crew assignments Work closely with the News Desk, bookers and transmission to ensure successful execution of LIVE remotes into daily programming Liaise with Versant operations & executive leadership Oversee facilities, IT, and maintenance services for assigned control room and studio during On-air operations Responsible for customer relationships within Versant brands. Must balance creative demands of various properties with outstanding operational management skills Develop & motivate crews, creating standards and expectations for excellence in broadcasting Execute business strategies and cost initiatives while maintaining day-to-day operations Manage demands during breaking & unplanned news events Implement unified operational strategy across Versant show units Work in compliance with Integrity, Health and Safety Policies, and Versant Standards and Practices On occasion, plan and execute technical support for Versant remotes worldwide

Requirements

3+ years of experience in live, studio television production
2+ years of experience working in a News environment
2+ years of experience in engineering support and operational experience in broadcast studio and production control room
Experience with field/remote production processes and equipment (including satellite/telco and communications)
Must have proficient computer skills, including Apple, Outlook, MS Word, Excel
Experience in broadcast television
Strong on-air operations and technical background
Ability to work all shifts including days, overnights, weekends and holidays
Deep working knowledge with control room and studio technology
Demonstrated management experience and customer focused
Must be willing to work in Washington DC
Must be willing to travel on short notice for extended periods, including overnights, weekends, holidays, and overtime

Nice To Haves

Solid leadership, clear communication, excellent interpersonal, and team building skills required
Strong administrative and organizational skills
Work well under pressure
Experienced working with represented as well as non-represented staff
Excellent team facilitation and knowledge of team problem solving techniques
Ability to Facilitate change, serve as a change agent in the organization
Excellent ability to manage multiple tasks and challenges at the same time
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to work within a budget

Responsibilities

Oversee Studio and Control room production, assuring performance standards
Work closely with scheduling to ensure proper crew assignments
Work closely with the News Desk, bookers and transmission to ensure successful execution of LIVE remotes into daily programming
Liaise with Versant operations & executive leadership
Oversee facilities, IT, and maintenance services for assigned control room and studio during On-air operations
Responsible for customer relationships within Versant brands. Must balance creative demands of various properties with outstanding operational management skills
Develop & motivate crews, creating standards and expectations for excellence in broadcasting
Execute business strategies and cost initiatives while maintaining day-to-day operations
Manage demands during breaking & unplanned news events
Implement unified operational strategy across Versant show units
Work in compliance with Integrity, Health and Safety Policies, and Versant Standards and Practices
On occasion, plan and execute technical support for Versant remotes worldwide