Technical Director
About the role
CBS Sports Digital is a portfolio of premium digital sports media properties including CBSSports.com, CBS Sports HQ, 247Sports, MaxPreps and SportsLine. It reaches more than 70M sports fans monthly across desktop, mobile, and connected TV devices. The Technical Director will work with producers in planning newscasts and overseeing the crew on Newscast pre-production activities.
Responsibilities
- Set up and prepare the studio for each broadcast including lighting and camera framing.
- Check in each guest/analyst via LiveU and Zoom, etc. This includes a full audio check.
- Direct, switch, and operate audio and cameras during broadcasts. Show times and durations vary from 15 minutes to full hour(s) broadcasts on CBS Sports HQ & CBSSN.
- Work closely with various Paramount Global entities to connect guests and analysts.
- Must be prepared for breaking news and postgame reactions throughout each shift at any time.
Key Projects
Work closely with CBS Sports Broadcast to create compelling content for customers on CBS Sports Digital platforms.
Qualifications
- At least 2 years of "hands-on" experience in the technical direction of television newscasts.
- Willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news.
- Able to work all shifts, including weekends and overnights, and holidays. Able to work additional hours beyond scheduled shifts with little or no notice if needed.
- Extensive knowledge of video switchers, graphics systems, server playout systems, audio consoles and robotic camera systems is essential.
Benefits
- Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. - Generous paid time off. - An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams. - Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events. - Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
Pay
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Schedule
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