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    Director / Technical Director 2 - Atlanta, United States - The Weather Channel

    The Weather Channel
    The Weather Channel Atlanta, United States

    1 week ago

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    Description

    As The Weather Channel television network, we have a heightened focus on innovation, first-class production and presentation of severe weather coverage and hyper-localized weather information available through our various content platforms including: The Weather Channel, WeatherScan, Local Now, Pattrn and The Weather Channel en Español - as well as numerous partners. For more than 30 years, The Weather Channel has inspired viewers to explore, investigate and appreciate the experience of weather in all its forms.

    We are one of the most widely-viewed television network platforms and the leader in severe weather coverage, providing the most comprehensive real-time programming of any media outlet, with trusted meteorologists who analyze, forecast and report the weather.

    Weather is inherently fascinating, and we share our passion through the stories we tell to our audiences through

    our programming. The more our viewers engage with us, the more our stories illuminate how weather impacts

    almost everything.

    We are looking for a Director and Technical Director to join our Emmy Award-winning production teams in high profile live and edited network productions and special projects for Weather Group Television and Allen Media. This team delivers network-level productions for on-air, on-line and streaming projects.

    This position requires an experienced director/TD that has live production experience with a large market station, (inter)national broadcaster or (inter)national cable facility, along with demonstrated experience developing and leading teams. The Director will partner with Show Producers, Executive Producers, Talent, Production, Marketing and Design teams on a daily basis to develop and sculpt show ideas, show segments, promotional pieces, marketing initiatives and special projects; planning execution logistics and pursuing ways to enhance and improve the production value of assigned projects or shows.

    This candidate must have broad experience with Grass Valley Video Switchers, particularly the Kayenne and Ignite systems, to operate, program, and troubleshoot. This position also requires an extensive knowledge of newsroom systems (iNews, Dalet, etc).

    The candidate must have excellent communication skills with the proven ability to call a show in a clear, efficient manner that can be followed by all, and have the demonstrated ability to maintain control of the production team and the show during stressful times.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Direct and/or Technical Direct live and taped productions, as well as pre-production and post-production sessions from a Production Control Room or post suite, delivering high production value with Network-Level results for on-air programming, or for assigned projects across WGT.
  • Review program rundowns prior to productions with Executive Producers, Producers, Talent, On-Camera Meteorologists and Production team, communicating rundown changes, show needs, script changes, crew performance expectations, etc.
  • Block camera shots to meet the demands of the production, demonstrating a progressive approach via the blocking to add value to on air presentation.
  • Be able to Direct/Technical Direct all production elements taking full advantage of the capabilities of video production switchers, along with available graphic production devices, enhanced audio production capabilities, state-of-the-art live remote capabilities and augmented reality systems.
  • Be able to identify, critique and assist in the creation of high production value, Network-level lighting and sound design.
  • Be able to operate, troubleshoot and train others on the Dalet NRCS (or comparable) newsroom system – accessing and marking rundowns, scripts, and communicating changes to the production team.
  • Provide pre and post-production performance feedback and critiques for talent and production teams as needed.
  • Report outcome of show via Director Show Report after every show, and work with teams to resolve any identified issues.
  • Provide performance feedback on Production Technology team members to the Operations Manager.
  • Report equipment problems and discrepancies to the Operations Manager and to the Engineering Department via in-house reporting system.
  • Complete special projects as assigned by Senior Director, including live and recorded Allen Media/Weather Group production initiatives.
  • Work with the Design team in studio development, graphics projects and on-air presentation.
  • Lead software-related development or coding projects for production/operations applications (e.g.,calendars, show reports, dashboards).
  • Evaluate technology options and help to set the company technology focus in the right direction.
  • Determine technology solutions as needed for Allen Media/Weather Group projects.
  • Collaborate with Broadcast Engineering and IT teams to create best solutions for technical challenges.
  • Consult on and define technology SOPs as needed.
  • Will be responsible for other duties as required and/or assigned.

    • Minimum Education and Experience

  • 5+ years Broadcast or Cable TV Production Experience as Director and Technical Director.
  • Extensive knowledge of Grass Valley production systems (Kayenne, IgNite, etc.)
  • In-depth experience with Newsroom systems (Dalet, iNews)
  • Team leadership experience preferred
  • Degree in Communications or Broadcasting related field preferred

    • Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Must have excellent working knowledge of the video production/broadcast environment.
  • Excellent multi-tasking, time management, organizational skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work well with other people in a team-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work on assigned projects with little to no supervision.
  • Ability to make smart decisions and adapt to changes, especially under fast paced, stressful conditions.
  • Strong computer skills, including operation and programming of Microsoft Office Suite,Google Business software, or similar software.
  • Demonstrated can-do attitude to accomplish tasks.
  • As this position supports a 24x7 news/weather environment, candidates must have flexibility to work days, nights, overnights and weekends as needed and without advance notice.
  • Ability to operate, troubleshoot and train others on newsroom systems (Dalet, iNews), as well as work with vendors to explore new features and implementation.

    • Physical Requirements

  • Will be required to sit in a chair from 2 – 4 hours at a time.
  • Will be required to wear a headset and listen to multiple audio sources during on-air show production.
  • Will be required to type on a keyboard for a period of 2 – 3 hours during pre-production and for 2 - 4 hours during program production.
  • Will be required to look at a computer monitor and other monitors for a period of 2 – 3 hours during pre-productions and for 2 - 4 hours during program production. Some monitors could be as close as 2 ft and as far as 12 ft away.
  • Demonstrated visual acuity and ability to differentiate colors.
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