Senior Broadcast Director, WFTX Position Available In Collier, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: WFTX, the E.W. Scripps owned FOX affiliate in Ft. Myers-Cape Coral, Florida, is seeking a Senior Broadcast Director to direct nightside newscasts and support colleagues. Responsibilities include directing newscasts, working with producers, studio planning, and assisting with setups. Requirements include 5+ years of experience, technical knowledge, and the ability to work flexible hours. The role may involve lifting up to 50 pounds.
Job Description
Senior Broadcast Director, WFTX locations
Fort Myers – Naples, FL – WFTX
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 4 Days Ago
job requisition id
JR035018
WFTX, the E.W. Scripps owned FOX affiliate in Ft. Myers-Cape Coral, Florida has an immediate opening for a Senior Broadcast Director to direct the station’s nightside newscasts from an automated control room while also acting as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Direct or technical direct assigned daily newscasts. Work with show producers using newsroom computer system to create an integrated automated show rundown. Direct control room crew for pre-production, studio shot planning and graphics integration. Direct other shows, production shoots and special reports as assigned. Assist with studio setups including but not limited to lighting. Perform other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred Specialized training/certification may be required Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
Must have the ability to direct fast-pace rapidly changing productions for extended periods. Working knowledge of state-of-the-art video switchers and effects. Familiar with routers, video servers, audio consoles, robotic studio cameras, graphics systems and studio production equipment. Strong computer skills. Effective communication and people skills. Ability to perform constant viewing of multiple video and computer monitors
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Flexible work hours required, including holidays, weekends, evenings and possible overtime hours
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. #LI-SM2 #LI-Onsite If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.
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