Technical Director II – Spectrum News NY1

Actively and consistently supports all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
Technical direct and/or Direct the audio and visual portions of live and recorded television through the use of manual and automated production systems.

Collaborate with editorial and technical personnel to produce high quality, compelling content.

Work with operations and production leaders and engineering staff to continually refine workflows, creating new efficiencies and capabilities and providing feedback on control room procedures.

Document technical procedures and processes.

Assist in training the production staff.

Notify the editorial team in a timely manner of any potential editorial problems.

Operate robotic camera controls and audio mixing console as needed.

Troubleshoot technical issues.

Communicate issues in a written report.

Set-up and maintain studio equipment.

Lead production team assigned for live or recorded news or sports production.

Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills/Abilities and Knowledge
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Ability to organize and manage shifting priorities under tight deadlines and in pressure situations
Ability to work as a leader in the control room
Ability to work effectively within a team environment and interact with all personnel within the organization
Displays proficient technical skills across various operating positions within the control room and adheres to high production standards
Technical aptitude and experience with television control room and studio production technology including video switchers, audio mixers, character generators, robotic camera controls, production automation systems, newsroom editorial software
Understanding of patching and signal flow
Demonstrated understanding/skills related to shot composition, lighting and aesthetics
Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate solutions
Requires adaptability, enthusiasm, initiative, ability to handle criticism, even temperament and a positive approach to problem solving
Ability to work independently without direct supervision
Dependable, a self-starter and operate consistently with a high degree of accuracy

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