Second Assistant Director Production Jobs

MAJOR PURPOSE: Direct and TD live programs using Ross Overdrive.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Directing newscasts and other live or taped programs, Assistant Directing, Editing, running cameras, floor, prompter, audio, or graphics as needed, Other duties as assigned

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• This position requires a person who is the ultimate multi-tasker. Must be able to handle multiple live shots, breaking news, and be able to look ahead and adjust to changes while keeping the show moving.

• Supervise the production side of our broadcast and ensuring the highest quality broadcast reaches air. You will also sometimes only have seconds to diagnose a problem. Video decks crashed? CG channel stopped working? The Director is the last line of defense before the product hits the air.

• Applicants must possess the ability to work well under pressure and work well with others. Strong organizational and logistical skills are a must. Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

• Applicants must demonstrate creativity, initiative, and a desire to try and create new things.

• Must be able to make and execute last second decisions

Working Relationships

Must be able to work closely with Producer, Editors, Transmission, Engineering, Floor Crew, other directors

Supervisory Responsibility

Shift supervisor, when Production Manager is not in, overseeing editors and floor crew. During shows responsible for crew breaks and staffing.

Training Requirements

ROSS Overdrive, BitCentral, Ross XPression, ENPS, Adobe Premiere.

Physical Demands

Required to sit for long periods of time Required to operate a keyboard and mouse. Some lifting Ladder climbing

Work Environment

Work performed primarily in an office environment, in the Control Room and in studio Exposure to electrical equipment

Qualifications:

College degree or equivalent related experience is required.

2 years experience as a director/technical director.

Working knowledge of Ross Overdrive and Vision switcher a plus

Compensation - $20.00+/hr commensurate with experience and skill level

Company Description

*** Universal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service. Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast *** Universal's commitment and how we are making an impact .

Job Description

The Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the Show Director in all aspects of production, coordinating all production activities, and maintaining the split-second timing for various fast-paced live, pre-recorded & APC productions.

Job Duties

• Assists the Show Director with show traffic, pre, and post-production
• Maintains constant communication with Master Control, Show Director, Stage Manager as well as the entire production crew pertaining to show flow, all timing, and countdown aspects of the show
• Responsible for obtaining all information related to show timing from Producers, Traffic, and Master Control
• Responsible for physically timing various video file clips and other show elements as needed
• Oversees playback of *** through multiple controllers (i.e. EVS IP Director, MPlay / BEPlay, and Avid Command) for the assigned show(s)
• Responsible for the insertion and removal of branding graphics, digital, and breakaway cover slates during show segments and commercial breaks
• Directs show segments, briefs, and other elements in the absence of a Show Director
• Assists Show Directors with the APC workflow that includes coding assigned shows and double-checking codes during breaking news/emergency scenarios
• Works under the direct supervision of the Director, Control Room Operations, and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by the manager as needed

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, TV Production, or related field OR equivalent work experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a production, postproduction, broadcast, or communications environment
• Exhibits strong knowledge and understanding of broadcast and production technology
• Proficient in Avid iNEWS or other NRCS (Dalet, ENPS, Inception, etc.)
• Fluency in Spanish & English (both written & verbal)

Desired Characteristics:

• Fluency in English & Spanish is preferred
• Familiarity with control room automation systems including Sony ELC, Ross Video OverDrive, and Grass Valley Ignite.
• Prior Studio or Remote/Field experience
• Exceptional time management, facilitation, and organizational skills
• Self-starter who exhibits ownership of assigned tasks and who will push for solutions that solve im *** te problems while building toward long-term goals
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, dead-line-driven environment
• Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail
• Ability to build rapport with clients and manage expectations
• Ability to effectively be flexible in approach, and respond well to pressure

Additional Requirements:

• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www. *** to be considered (note job #: )
• Must be willing to work in Miami, Florida
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be "on call" 24 hours a day / 7 days a week
• This position is required to be performed full-time from an *** Universal-designated worksite.

Additional Information

*** Universal'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. *** Universal 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.

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About *** Television:

*** Television is a leading *** company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About ****:

At **** we are family. We work hard and play to win, and have fun doing it. For more than 30 years of ratings dominance, we believe in giving back to our community. Rarely will you find a festival, parade, or charity event that does not include ****. We never take our success for granted and expect our employees to excel to the next level. Our culture is simple: we are a cohesive TEAM that invests in our people with continued learning and professional development. **** is the number one station in our region for a reason: We are your Mountain Television.

**** is the *** affiliate and dominate number one station in the scenic Appalachian Mountains of Southeastern Kentucky. This regional station is located in the small town of Hazard, and has three bureaus and serves more than 25 counties. **** provides award-winning local news, weather, and sports coverage. ****.com is the region's most powerful digital platform. **** is involved and dedicated to the local communities we serve, participating in numerous charities and causes.

A second channel, Heroes & Icons (H&I), allows **** to offer even more local programming, including dozens of live high school and college football and basketball games each year. The ****/Food City Mountain Basketball Classic has generated more than four and a half million dollars for local students and schools. **** has a proven record of turning out solid journalists capable of moving up in the ranks. Several anchors and producers have moved on to top 40 markets in the last couple of years.

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Job Summary/Description:

The Traffic/Sales Assistant position is primarily responsible for managing commercial copy including assignment of house numbers and data entry into the WideOrbit traffic system. The position is also responsible for the daily filling of the traffic logs and preparing the logs for our traffic hub. This positions will also provide support to our master control, promotions, programming and sales departments. Attention to detail, accuracy and the ability to work with others is a must. Working knowledge of Microsoft office, and other computer systems is necessary and WO Traffic or traffic experience is desired but not required. Hours are M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm. 40 hours per week.

Duties/Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain with accuracy the commercial, promo and PSA database in WideOrbit Traffic. This includes filing, and purging of information in a timely fashion
• Confirm traffic instructions to various advertisers and agencies as needed
• Accurately input advertiser commercial instructions into the WideOrbit database
• Fill and proof traffic logs for finalization by the hub
• Reconciliation of completed logs for billing purposes
• Retrieve, review and upload commercials, promos and PSA’s for air
• Provide a dub list of needed materials for Master Control each day
• Provide admin support as needed to the GM, Sales Manager, AE's and Promotions Director on a variety of tasks.
• Provide support to the front desk as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• 1-2 years in an office setting
• Ability to work well with others.
• Positive Attitude

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to *** , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references

****-TV/ *** Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company

Additional Info:

*** Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, *** Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

*** Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of *** ’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

As a condition of employment, *** Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.