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AEG

Live Director

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL · On-site

Responsible for being lead director of live tournament coverage for PGA TOUR LIVE, the World Feed or other assigned shows. This includes creating visually stimulating broadcasts that showcase our ...

PGA Tour

Live Director

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL · On-site

Responsible for being lead director of live tournament coverage for PGA TOUR LIVE, the World Feed or other assigned shows. This includes creating visually stimulating broadcasts that showcase our ...

PGA TOUR

Live Director

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL · Remote

Responsible for being lead director of live tournament coverage for PGA TOUR LIVE, the World Feed or other assigned shows. This includes creating visually stimulating broadcasts that showcase our ...

CHCC

Live Video Director

Highlands Ranch, CO · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description POSITION SUMMARY The Live Video Director at Cherry Hills Community serves as the primary owner of the broadcast and visual storytelling experience for weekend worship ...

Access Audio

Director of Live Video

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$65K - $90K/yr

Director of Live Video Cincinnati, Ohio | Full Time About Access Audio Access Audio is a faith-based, full-service production company based in Cincinnati, Ohio. We provide professional audio ...

IRONMAN

Director, Live Productions

Louisville, CO · On-site

$100K - $116K/yr

Job Summary The Director, Live Production is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight for all TIG live race broadcast productions. This includes developing and ...

AEG

Senior Director of Live Production

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Reporting to the SVP, Fan Experience & Live Production, this role serves as the control room director for all Hornets home games and major events, ensuring seamless, broadcast-quality execution ...

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How does a Live Director typically collaborate with other broadcast team members during a live production?

A Live Director works closely with a variety of team members, including camera operators, technical directors, audio engineers, and on-air talent to ensure a seamless live broadcast. Communication is constant, often through intercom systems, as the Live Director cues cameras, manages shot selection, and adapts to real-time changes or unexpected events. This role requires staying calm under pressure and making quick decisions to maintain broadcast quality. Collaboration and clear communication are essential to synchronize the team's efforts and deliver a cohesive viewer experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Live Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Live Director, you need strong expertise in live event production, video switching, camera direction, and often a background in broadcast or media studies. Familiarity with technical systems such as video switchers, intercoms, broadcast software (like vMix or OBS), and sometimes certifications in broadcast operations are typical requirements. Outstanding multitasking, quick decision-making, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for managing live teams and responding to real-time challenges. These abilities are vital for ensuring seamless, high-quality live broadcasts and effectively leading crews under pressure.

What is a Live Director?

A Live Director is a professional responsible for overseeing and directing live broadcasts, such as television shows, sporting events, concerts, or news programs. They coordinate technical crews, camera operators, and on-air talent to ensure the production runs smoothly and on schedule. Live Directors make real-time decisions about camera angles, shot selection, and timing, often under high-pressure situations. Their goal is to deliver a seamless and engaging live experience to viewers.

What is the difference between Live Director vs Camera Operator?

AspectLive DirectorCamera Operator
CredentialsExperience in directing live broadcasts, sometimes certifications in broadcast productionTraining in camera operation, technical skills, sometimes certifications in video production
Work EnvironmentControl room or production studio during live eventsOn-location or studio, operating cameras during live shoots
Industry UsageTelevision, live streaming, event broadcastingTelevision, film, live events, sports

The Live Director oversees the entire broadcast, making real-time decisions and coordinating camera feeds, while the Camera Operator focuses on capturing footage as directed. Both roles are essential in live production, but the Live Director has a supervisory role, whereas the Camera Operator executes the technical filming tasks.

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Live Director

AEG

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL • On-site

Full-time

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The Best Players Need the Best People.
Responsible for being lead director of live tournament coverage for PGA TOUR LIVE, the World Feed or other assigned shows. This includes creating visually stimulating broadcasts that showcase our players and the sport in the best possible manner. Works with Technical Operations to ensure a constantly evolving and improving production through the use of innovation and technology.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Television/Film Production, Broadcast Journalism, Communications or related area
  • Seven years related experience, with a minimum of three to five years of experience directing live event programming in both the control room and remote production environments; Directing experience should include studio programming as well as multi-camera event production
  • Ability to lead a team of Camera Operators and the rest of the event production staff
  • Basic understanding of remote production trucks and their workflows
  • Solid computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel) and/or comparable programs
  • Sports production background preferred, experience with the game of golf preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
  • Direct live event programming as assigned.
  • Responsible for overseeing the creative execution of assigned shows or projects in conjunction with the Show Producer.
  • Create camera plans for covering tournament action
  • Work with Show Producer to manage production teams in the daily planning and execution of all assigned programs and/or projects.
  • Execute programming as appropriate that reflects the PGA TOUR's overall objectives.
  • Execute programming that includes SHOTLink storylines by using graphics, strategic analysis and data to improve the quality of features, segments and shows when appropriate.
  • Special projects or other duties as assigned.

About AEG

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Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1992

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