KWTV Broadcast Automation Director

A Broadcast Automation Director at News 9 helps drive the ‘Ideal Team Player’ culture.

Job Summary: We are seeking a positive, detail-oriented team player to join our fully automated broadcast production team in Oklahoma City.

Job Responsibilities:

• Directing and assistant directing of live and recorded news, weather, sports and breaking television news programs using Sony ELC Live Production Control Automation System.
• Monitors and adjusts audio sources through ELC using a Calrec headless audio board to ensure audio quality during broadcasts.
• Oversees and works with robotic studio cameras (Ross Cambots).
• Candidate should be a problem solver and quick thinker who adapts and resolves existing issues and works around problems that arise during live news events.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, organize and be flexible and responsive when unforeseen problems and interruptions occur.
• The Director will work with the Content producers to create and execute the content, structure, and pace of the newscast
• Responsible for ETC Studio lighting control using EOS/Element Software
• Knowledge of waveform monitors and Vectorscopes required for camera shading for live and prerecorded content.
• Assists with training of production staff and actively supports station and departmental strategies, procedures and policies

Job Schedule: This is a full time position.

Essential Qualities:

• Humble: A habit of sharing successes, putting the team first, and working for the good of the team. A “we” not “me” attitude. The ability to give and receive constructive criticism. Observe and employ the Golden Rule.
• Hungry: Exhibit a strong work ethic, drive, and willingness to take initiative.
• Smart: The virtue of being interpersonally smart about the interactions and relationships of those you encounter.
• Positive Attitude: Exhibited by focusing on opportunities not problems, see the glass as half-full not half-empty.
• Sense of Urgency: How we react and respond. 

Skills and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Media, Production or related field preferred
  1+ year of experience directing live broadcasts and other productions
• Experience with Sony ELC preferred but will consider Ross OverDrive and Grass Valley Ignite experience
• Experience with Ross Robotic Cameras with Smartshell preferred.
• Experience with newsroom computer systems; iNews experience preferred
• Ability to multitask in a live broadcast environment, work well under pressure, good problem-solving skills, and excellent communication skills
• Ability to work a variety of shifts including weekends, overnights and holidays
• Proven ability to function well in a team environment
• Must have or be able to obtain an Oklahoma Driver’s license
• Capable of handling the physical and mental requirements including:
  • ability to verbally communicate in English
  • ability to read computer monitor information (words and data)
  • ability to hear detailed spoken word
  • ability to remain sedentary and to travel to work location
  • ability to perform manual dexterity tasks with hands, fingers
  • ability to analyze data, concentrate, reason, and write
  • ability to perform under emotional stress
  • ability to stand for an extended period of time, potentially 3 hours or more
  • ability to lift 20 pounds unaided