Newscast Director (R50026772)
FOX | |
United States, Michigan, Southfield | |
Sep 19, 2024 | |
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANYFox TV Stations
FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content.
JOB DESCRIPTION
To direct news and studio production staff during live broadcasts of news, sports and local programming, to direct news production sessions; and to advise the News Managers on all matters relating to production techniques and standards. DUTIES
EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Various broadcast production equipment (intercom systems, newsroom computer system, Sony ELC software coding system, etc.). WORKING CONDITIONS: Primary work environment is in the newsroom and control rooms. Requires minimal physical activity: these functions are the equivalent of typing on a word processor for approximately 2 hours (spread out) over an 8 hour day. In-house settings to include studio/control room settings with temperatures ranging from 55 degrees (studio) to 80 degrees. Humidity levels range from 10 to 70+ percent relative humidity. Occasionally, directors are requested to go on out-of-house shoots where working conditions typically involve a director directing an event from inside a production truck control room. KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS: Proven ability to exercise control over production/technical staff members during live programming. Knowledge of broadcast industry, particularly as it pertains to the production of local news programming. Ability to contribute ideas and execute same in regards to on-air appearance of all programs. Must understand technical terms and language used in control rooms, etc. Ability to adapt to a fast paced quickly changing technical environment and lead others through these changes in a clear and concise manner. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with peers and MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law. At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off. |