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News 12 Studio Director - Freelance

Edison, NJ · On-site

$43K - $71K/yr

Minimum of one year of experience as a television director * Ability to direct using studio computer automation equipment, Grass Valley Ignite * Ability to direct technically complicated live ...

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Hearst Television

Newscast Director

Lancaster, PA · On-site

WGAL-TV, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market has ... Call and punch newscasts using Grass Valley Ignite automation with precision and accuracy * Studio ...

Hearst Television

Newscast Director

Lancaster, PA · On-site

WGAL-TV, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market has ... Call and punch newscasts using Grass Valley Ignite automation with precision and accuracy * Studio ...

WOWK-TV

Newscast Director

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Experience directing live television newscasts. * Working knowledge of automated production systems (Ross OverDrive, Grass Valley Ignite, Sony ELC, or similar). * Strong understanding of video ...

WOWK-TV

Photographer/Director

Colchester, VT · On-site

$20/hr

WFFF-TV (FOX44) and WVNY-TV (ABC22) in Burlington, Vermont, have an immediate opening for a ... We have an upgraded Ignite production system. Duties & Responsibilities: * Communicates and ...

Hearst

Newscast Director

Lancaster, PA · On-site

WGAL-TV, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market has ... Call and punch newscasts using Grass Valley Ignite automation with precision and accuracy * Studio ...

Hearst

Newscast Director

Lancaster, PA

WGAL-TV, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market has ... Call and punch newscasts using Grass Valley Ignite automation with precision and accuracy * Studio ...

Hearst Newspapers

Newscast Director

Lancaster, PA

WGAL-TV, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market has ... Call and punch newscasts using Grass Valley Ignite automation with precision and accuracy * Studio ...

Hearst Newspapers

Newscast Director

Lancaster, PA · On-site

WGAL-TV, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market has ... Call and punch newscasts using Grass Valley Ignite automation with precision and accuracy * Studio ...

Hearst Newspapers

Newscast Director

Lancaster, PA

WGAL-TV, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market has ... Call and punch newscasts using Grass Valley Ignite automation with precision and accuracy * Studio ...

Hearst

Newscast Director

Lancaster, PA · On-site

WGAL-TV, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market has ... Call and punch newscasts using Grass Valley Ignite automation with precision and accuracy * Studio ...

Hearst

Newscast Director

Lancaster, PA · On-site

WGAL-TV, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market has ... Call and punch newscasts using Grass Valley Ignite automation with precision and accuracy * Studio ...

Hearst

Newscast Director

Lancaster, PA

WGAL-TV, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market has ... Call and punch newscasts using Grass Valley Ignite automation with precision and accuracy * Studio ...

Hearst Newspapers

Newscast Director

Lancaster, PA · On-site

WGAL-TV, Hearst Television's NBC affiliate in the Harrisburg-Lancaster-Lebanon-York, PA market has ... Call and punch newscasts using Grass Valley Ignite automation with precision and accuracy * Studio ...

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What is the difference between Ignite Tv Director vs Ignite Tv Producer?

AspectIgnite Tv DirectorIgnite Tv Producer
Primary RoleOversees live broadcasts, directs camera work, and manages on-air talentCoordinates production activities, manages schedules, and handles content planning
Required SkillsStrong leadership, technical knowledge of broadcast equipment, quick decision-makingOrganizational skills, communication, content development
Work EnvironmentStudio or live broadcast settingOffice, production meetings, on-location shoots
CertificationsBroadcast or media production certifications often preferredProject management or media production certifications beneficial

While both Ignite Tv Director and Ignite Tv Producer work within the broadcast industry, the director primarily manages live broadcasts and on-air execution, whereas the producer handles planning, coordination, and content development. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify career paths and job expectations in television production.

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News 12 Studio Director - Freelance

Edison, NJ • On-site

Optimum
Telecommunications • 1 - 10 employees
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$43K - $71K/yr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

New

Optimum rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

News 12 is our award-winning, hyper local news station covering communities throughout Long Island, the Bronx, Brooklyn, Westchester, Hudson Valley, Connecticut and New Jersey. News 12 New York is our National streaming service for regional news, weather and News 12 originals.

If you're committed to delivering high quality news and storytelling with a hyper local lens, we have positions available for both on and off-air talent with opportunities for development and growth.

Job Summary

News 12 is looking for a Freelance Studio Director to direct live and taped newscasts and programs using studio automation. To operate production equipment technically and creatively, and to lead activities of studio crews. The ideal candidate will have the ability to direct studio productions through accurate calling and coordination of video, audio, and graphics elements for distribution across all platforms.

Responsibilities
  • Oversee studio productions for quality control.
  • Work with producers to execute the details of effective programs.
  • Follow the graphic format stylebook in the production of programs.
  • Direct and coordinate efforts of assigned studio personnel.
  • Be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Television Production or Broadcasting preferred, Master's degree is a plus
  • Minimum of one year of experience as a television director
  • Ability to direct using studio computer automation equipment, Grass Valley Ignite
  • Ability to direct technically complicated live programming
  • Ability to interpret and code newscast rundowns
  • Strong knowledge of production equipment, methods, and techniques for live & taped productions
  • Knowledge of video/audio signal, tape dynamics
  • Ability to work quickly under pressure in an on-air environment
  • Knowledge in current and emerging newscast technologies

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Pay is competitive and based on a number of job-related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay rate/range at time of hire for this position in the posted location is $43,427.00 - $71,344.00  / year. The rate/range provided herein is the anticipated pay at the time of hire, and does not reflect future job opportunity.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.  Please note that at this time, we do not provide visa sponsorship for employment.

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