DGA Director- NBC10 & Telemundo62 Philadelphia

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• Prepares and directs live and recorded content utilizing the Ross Overdrive automated production control system & Dalet Newsroom Computer system
• Ownership of show. Make quick calls in different situations and find workarounds in the event of failures.
• Builds master rundown patterns for all shows.
• Works in conjunction with editorial and production personnel to create and execute newscasts and all content utilizing an automated production control system
• Code rundowns for shows.
• Shape overall creative appearance of the content using imaginative video, audio and graphics effects.
• Ability to work well and communicate effectively with others
•  Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to perform under pressure in breaking news and deadline driven situations
• Gives direction and timing to talent and other technicians; May act as a traditional Director when applicable.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Work closely with editorial team on creative look and feel of each production including major special events throughout the year.

• Minimum 3 years of live news television directing experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience operating multiple screens and software applications simultaneously in a broadcast environment.
• Proficiency with live broadcast production workflows, including technical directing, audio mixing, robotics, commercial integration, live/remote cut-ins, breaking news, video playback, and graphics insertion.
• Experience with Dalet Galaxy, Ross Xpression, Ross Cambotics, Caprica Central Server, video switchers, and audio consoles preferred.
• Ability to punch and call.
• Ability to work in both NBC and Telemundo control rooms.
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure and make critical decisions in a fast-paced live production environment.
• Collaborative team player.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours with short notice.

Eligibility requirements:

• BA degree in Production or related field or equivalent work experience
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be willing to work in Philadelphia, PA
• Must join or be a member of the Directors Guild of America
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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