Technical Director - WTVR

About the role

WTVR in Richmond, VA is seeking a Technical Director to oversee broadcast operations and ensure seamless delivery of high-quality newscasts and local programming.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of set-up, dismantling, and operations of equipment including camera, audio, video, and lighting.
• Ensuring smooth operation of technical equipment and services during broadcast.
• Troubleshooting technical problems during production or broadcast.
• Directing assigned newscasts, including “switching” newscasts and other productions, completing pre-production for all newscasts, and checking all sources prior to air.
• Maintaining focus on all live shots and content prior to a live newscast.
• Working closely with news department, directors, producers, and promotions to ensure the desired on-air look is attained.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred.
• Specialized training/certification may be required.
• Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of television station production equipment.
• Familiarity with all aspects of television production including audio, switching, digital effects, camera operation and shot composition, lighting, and character generators.
• Good working knowledge of computers.
• Solid leadership skills.
• Excellent knowledge of proper composition, grammar, and spelling.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to give directions in a clear, efficient manner.
• Solid organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team player.
• Constant viewing of multiple video and computer monitors.
• Capable of working well with commercial clients while adding a creative look to commercial spots.
• Familiarity with all aspects of television production, lighting, character generators, and news automation.

Skills

• Technical expertise.
• Creative vision.
• Leadership skills.
• Communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Fast-paced environment adaptability.
• Commercial client collaboration.

Benefits

• Full medical, dental and vision benefits.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Disability accident insurance.
• Hospital indemnity.
• Critical illness.
• Life insurance.
• AD&D.
• ID protection.
• Pet discount program.
• Employee assistance program.

Pay

Hourly: $19.00 - 22

Schedule

Flexible work hours required, including holidays, weekends, evenings, and possible overtime hours.