Seasonal Part-Time Technical Director

Responsibilities

• Execute live and pre-recorded multi-camera productions by operating video switchers, ensuring accurate and seamless transitions between all video sources
• Collaborate with the Director and production team to configure and execute switcher setups that align with each show’s creative and technical requirements
• Manage stage monitor feeds, multiviewer configurations, and overall visual output during live broadcasts
• Prepare and verify all technical elements for broadcast, including switcher configurations, animations, and graphics integration
• Cook up with Technical Operations Center (TOC) and remote sites to ensure proper setup, routing, and functionality of incoming and outgoing video feeds
• Maintain full awareness of live production status, adapting quickly to changes, timing adjustments, and technical challenges
• Support control room operations by ensuring all systems are configured and functioning at broadcast standards

Required Qualifications

• 5 -10+ years of experience as a Technical Director in live multi-camera studio and/or remote production environments
• Hands-on experience operating professional video switchers, including Sony XVS (Ross experience a plus)
• Strong knowledge of switcher setup, configuration, and integration with graphics systems for live production
• Understanding of video signal flow, routing, and peripheral device control
• Familiarity with broadcast rundowns and production workflows (ENPS experience preferred)
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with Directors, Producers, and technical teams in live production environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with modern broadcast infrastructure, including SMPTE 2110 environments
• Working knowledge of advanced graphics systems (e.g., Ross Mira GFX)
• Experience supporting HDR and 4K production workflows
• Familiarity with vMix, Stream Deck, and Solid State Logic (SSL) systems
• Experience in large-scale or nationally broadcast productions

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as required for production setup and support

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

• Flexible schedule required, including nights, weekends, and holidays based on production needs
• Seasonal employment up to 7 months

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

Benefits Information

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Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as required for production setup and support