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Director/Technical Director
NBC Universal
Denver, CO, United States
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Director/Technical Director - NBC Sports
About Us
NBCUniversal is one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production, and marketing of entertainment, news, and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks.
Sports & Olympics NBC Sports is synonymous with superior production that elevates the event, broad promotion, and mutually-beneficial partnerships. Known as America’s Olympic Network, NBC has broadcasted 14 Olympic Games including the 2014 Olympic Winter Games, more than any other network. NBC Olympics is also renowned for its award-winning production including more than 90 Emmy Awards. Its ability to amass large audiences with broad promotion, particularly for the Olympics, has resulted in NBC Sports broadcasting nine of the top 10 most-watched events in U.S. television history, including the 2012 London Olympic Games which stands at No. 1 all time with 217 million viewers. In 2009, NBC Sports won the prestigious Peabody Award for its production of the Beijing Games and was named ‘Best in Sports Television’ at the Sports Business Awards.
Purpose
PLEASE NOTE: This is a project / limited term position with an estimated duration of up to 24 months, unless otherwise amended or terminated as deliverables within this project are completed.
Director/Technical Director will work with Production and Operations staff in the control room before and during productions. Work will be performed in a fast-paced environment for a wide variety of sporting events and studio shows. The Director/Technical Director will be responsible for preparing and switching video elements during live and pre-recorded productions, coordinate with master control staff and serve as main conduit to communicate with master control, and coordinate with the Graphics and Post Departments for the design and delivery of elements, all the while ensuring all content meets high standards of quality.
Responsibilities
Proficient operation of all broadcast equipment and technology within assigned operating areas, including but not limited to Technical Directing functions (e.g. operating video switchers, implementing sources, creating displays, interfacing with external devices, creating user and suite preferences, all camera operations including shading).
Building and maintaining effects and setups for various productions
Demonstrating solid knowledge of plant signal flow/routing.
Performing proficiently under strict timelines and/or live conditions.
Must be fluent in production lexicon.
Must be able to multi-task, which includes directing, technical directing, and performing AD functions during live and/or taped shows.
Understanding complex information and disseminating it to proper personnel in a clear and concise manner.
Knowledge of specific workflows for identifying and resolving operational errors and equipment failure.
Prioritizing and disseminating information among the entire control room crew to ensure seamless productions.
Participating special event coverage and projects as necessary including early morning, weekend, holiday, and off hour productions
May train others in operational areas
Problem-solving, troubleshooting and effective communication to best convey any issues needing resolution.
Qualifications/Requirements
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of 4 years practical TV Production or related experience at the large market or network level.
Ability to work nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays.
Flexibility to alter shifts/days off to accommodate projects and departmental objectives.
Must demonstrate ability to perform tasks under tight deadlines, work independently and participate in simultaneous projects.
Strong interpersonal communication skills are a necessity.
Organizational, efficiency and planning skills are required.
Ability to work as a part of a team dynamic.
Must be willing and able to adapt to a constantly changing environment.
Candidates must have strong communication skills.
Proficient knowledge of all TV Production equipment and technology within assigned operating areas, including but not limited to: Video production switchers, server-based recording/playback systems and related control devices, TV Production routers, intercom systems, signal conversion equipment, etc.
Experience in a live production control room environment is a must.
Eligibility Requirements
Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
Must be 18 years or older
It is the policy of NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal’ s affiliated businesses to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.