Director, Sports Studio

About the role

The Director is responsible for coordinating the studio operation on and off the air for Versant Sports properties with a focus on Golf Channel Studio shows.

Responsibilities

• Direct multi-camera live and live-to-tape studio-based programs
• Ability to direct News, Talk, Sports and Special Event programs
• Requires a creative eye and the ability to plan and direct the audio and video aspects of television programs based on the specifications and knowledge of television programming techniques
• Collaborate with Producers on creative for at-home and remote studios
• Interpret scripts, block cameras and work with cast, crew and producers
• Directing live shows without a script and minimal rundown support, especially during breaking news stories
• Good working knowledge of video switchers and editing
• Lead the control room and studio technicians before and during any live or live-to-tape program to keep them informed of the show's rundown, camera shots, effects, playback order and other specific commands
• Coordinate technical crew schedules
• Oversee the delivery and execution of all graphic and sponsorship playback elements
• Participation in all production, editorial and technical planning meetings
• Contribute ideas on how to improve all aspects of the production from creative to execution
• Perform on-site surveys for studio remote shows

Qualifications

• College Degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Show Director in a live television production environment
• Experience in launching a broadcast or television program
• Strong knowledge and understanding of broadcast and production technology
• Possess a high level of initiative
• Must be a team player
• Have exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Must be willing to take constructive feedback
• Must be detail and deadline oriented
• Must be creative and extremely organized and prepared
• Possess strong storytelling skills and editorial judgment
• Must have a strong work ethic

Eligibility Requirements

• Willingness to work nights and weekends as needed (flexibility in broadcast environment is imperative)
• Must be willing to physically work out of our Stamford CT locations
• Must be willing to travel if/when needed
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Desired Characteristics

• Eager to learn the content of our sports properties (Golf, Basketball, Football, etc.)
• Available and ready to be the best teammate
• Positive attitude and a pleasure to work with