Broadcast Director - WSOC TV

Cox Media Group Inc

Charlotte, NC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Automation Systems, Broadcast Journalism, Broadcasting, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Editing, Entertainment and Media, Identify Issues, Industry/Trade Press, Journalism, People Management, Streaming Technology, Television Broadcasting, Time Management, Video Editing
LOCATION
Charlotte, NC
POSTED
30+ days ago

Location: NC-Charlotte

Job Title: Broadcast Director - WSOC TV

Position Overview

WSOC TV Charlotte is looking for a Broadcast Director who can direct newscasts in a fast-paced, live television environment and be able to oversee all technical aspects of a live broadcast. The applicant must be able to adapt quickly to changes and communicate clearly with staff and news management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Direct live broadcasts using Grass Valley Ignite Automation System
  • Be responsible for all production aspects of broadcasts
  • Effectively direct taped segments in a timely manner
  • PA duties such as Vinten Robotic cameras and teleprompter
  • Studio mics and lighting
  • Non-linear editing on Avid platform
  • Troubleshoot problems with technical knowledge of systems
  • Attention to detail
  • Be cooperative, communicative and lead by example

Minimum Qualifications

  • Previous broadcast news experience with knowledge of audio mixing, camera operation, video editing and studio lighting
  • Ability to sit and operate equipment, staying mentally focused, for hours at a time
  • A desire to work in broadcast news production

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous broadcast news experience with knowledge of audio mixing, camera operation, video editing and studio lighting
  • Ability to sit and operate equipment, staying mentally focused, for hours at a time
  • A desire to work in broadcast news production

About Cox Media Group

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The companys businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMGs TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com

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About the Company

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Cox Media Group Inc


The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is owned by Cox Media Group, an
integrated broadcasting, publishing, direct marketing and digital media
company that includes the national advertising rep firms of Cox Reps.
Additionally, CMG owns Cox Target Media, which operates Valpak, one
of North America's leading direct marketing companies, and Savings.com,
a leading online source for savings.

CMG's 2012 revenue was $1.9 billion. The company's operations
currently include 19 broadcast television stations and one local cable
channel, 87 radio stations, eight daily newspapers and more than a dozen
non-daily publications, and more than 100 digital services.

CMG currently operates in more than 30 media markets and reaches
approx. 52 million Americans weekly, including more than 32 million TV
viewers, more than 4 million print and online newspaper readers, and 18
million radio listeners. Click here to learn more about Cox Media Group.

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Printing and Publishing
FOUNDED
2009
WEBSITE
http://www.ajc.com