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    Technical Director - New York, United States - NBCUniversal

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    Company Description

    We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

    Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

    Job Description

    NBCUniversal has an opening for a Technical Director supporting the News Division. The Technical Director will communicate directions and operate a production switcher to provide a complete program of multi-layered video sources with graphical effects live for air.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
    • Collaborate with the team
    • Offer technical and creative solutions to create the overall vision for air
    • Prepare and organize show notes, script, set placement and camera directions
    • Build and organize switcher effects, snapshots, transitions and specialty wipes
    • Create and maintain show documentation
    • Test and prepare systems and equipment for use
    • Prepare and route video and audio sources
    • Switch live programs and communicate real-time direction to technical crew
    • Communicate show element coordination during rehearsal and live production
    • Work with engineering to ensure equipment is meeting client expectations
    • Manage multiple tasks simultaneously
    Qualifications

    BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Minimum 2 years of experience using production switchers, DVE's, graphics devices, DDR's, electronic routers and patch bays
    • Minimum 2 years of experience in a live news, entertainment and/or sports production control room environment.
    • Must be available for all shifts (weekends and holidays); schedule changes with little to no notice; working additional hours beyond schedule as needed
    ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
    • Must be available for all shifts, including weekends and holidays.
    • Must be willing to work additional hours beyond scheduled with no notice.
    • Must be willing to work in New York City.
    • Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
    • Must be 18 years or older
    DESIRED:
    • Ability to think quickly, and keep pace with fast moving shows
    • Extensive experience with Sony Production Switchers
    • Strong client service and interpersonal skills
    • Ability to handle pressure in an on-air environment
    • Knowledge of live news TV production processes
    • Previous experience with INews newsroom systems
    • Advanced PC computer skills
    • Excellent troubleshooting and problem resolution skills
    • Ability to work in fast-paced, team-oriented environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
    • Equipment knowledge desired: Sony MVS8000X 5 ME HD Switcher, Abekas Mira DDR, DreamCatcher, Evertz EXE Routers, RTS Communication System, Viz Graphics, and Sony ELC Automation
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
    • Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.
    • This is a NABET Union position. Candidate must be willing to join NABET if not already a member.
    • Pay Range: $ $70.00/hour
    Additional Information

    NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

    If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing AccessibilityS[redacted].

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