Newscast Technical Director

Newscast Technical Director

  • Full Time
  • Birmingham
  • $15-20/hr USD / Year
  • Salary: $15-20/hr
  • Please read the description and requirements in its entirety.
  • June 30, 2026

Website cbs42 WIAT

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Description:

The Technical Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.

Responsibilities:

  • Coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions
  • Observes pictures through monitors and directs camera/video staff concerning composition
  • Acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments
  • Works with the news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscasts
  • Run camera and CG in the newscast through Ross overdrive automation
  • Switches video sources and given direction at the same time during live broadcasts
  • Tests equipment to ensure proper operation
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • High school diploma
  • Fluency in English
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Experience with Ross overdrive automation preferred
  • Minimum two years’ experience in news operations and production (Depending on market size)
  • Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
  • Proficiency with broadcast control equipment
  • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Contact:

CANDACE HOWARD
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