Technical Director

JOB TITLE: Technical Director
 

LOCATION: Teaneck, NJ ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:
The Local New York Operations team at TelevisaUnivision in Teaneck, NJ is looking for an APC Technical Director to join our team!
The Technical Director will be responsible for coding, running the show on-air, directing news and special productions, and ensuring all visual elements of a show are produced in a high-quality manner. You will be working closely with producers and the news team to produce innovative and visually refined programs. You will be part of a creative team that works collaboratively to create compelling content for both TV and digital audiences.
This position will require you to be part or join the IBEW-Tech bargaining unit.
 

ABOUT YOU:
You are committed, responsible and a team player. You are able to deliver and perform in a fast-paced news environment and is accustomed to multi-tasking, working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines. You are able to propose new ideas and bring simple solutions to complex challenges.
YOUR DAY-DAY:
• Provided day-to-day Automated Production Control (APC) operation for WXTV-NY.
• Planning, coding and technical execution of local news and programming utilizing Ross Overdrive.
• Technically produce broadcasts using a range of manual and automated processes.
• Provide direction to talent and other production crew members.
• Responsible for the ultimate technical quality of newscasts and other productions.
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Be extremely disciplined with performing tests and rehearsals to ensure optimal performance of equipment and minimize on-air errors.
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Engage with the production team to improve the quality of all shows.
• Support for broadcasts and digitals platforms.
• In charge of recording feeds and special requests on the Avid ingest system.
• Become a liaison between engineering and production departments.
• Additional duties as needed/assigned.
YOU HAVE:
• Technical/College degree and/or 2 years of experience knowledge as Technical Director for live television, news, and special programs, preferred
• Knowledge of robotic camera control system operation.
• Knowledge of control room production within a 24-hour news cycle.
• Technical Director or Director experience with Ross Overdrive Production Automation or similar.
• Experience with I-News and knowledge of Viz
• Experience with server playback and ingest operations
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Self-motivation and desire to learn emerging technologies
• Flexibility to work any shift and willingness to work long hours and on weekends and holidays with short notice.
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record.
OUR BENEFITS:
TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.