Director/Technical Director

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX 5 Atlanta is a leading media organization dedicated to delivering high-quality news, sports specials, and studio productions across linear and digital platforms. We are seeking a talented Director/Technical Director (Director/TD) to join our team and ensure top-quality production for our viewers.

Job Summary:

The Director/TD is responsible for performing the technical work required to produce newscasts, sports specials, and other studio and livestream productions. This role is crucial in ensuring that viewers receive a top-quality product across all platforms.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate the production automation system, video switcher, and associated peripherals for live and recorded productions on all platforms.

• Operate production equipment for digital livestream productions.

• Code and direct shows in the automation system, achieving minimal errors on air.

• Build new codes and effects on the video switcher as needed.

• Utilize Bitcentral Precis playout, ISQ playout of Chyron Prime Graphics, Vinten Robotic camera controls, and Wheatstone audio console.

• Maintain manual Director and Technical Director skills in the event of an automation failure.

• Write a daily summary of shows and any errors, with explanations and repair needs for equipment.

• Floor direct and co-pilot in the audio booth as needed, serving as backup to the director during shows and running audio.

• Work in Master Control, switching basic live programming and segmenting program content.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in a news control room environment.

• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize demands while meeting daily deadlines.

• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with producers during planning, coding, and live broadcasts.

• Self-motivated individual who takes initiative and can complete assignments under minimal supervision.

• Ability to multi-task is essential.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Varied shifts, vacation coverage, overtime, weekends, and holidays required.

• Ability to successfully communicate with individuals in various disciplines and technical abilities.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

• Bachelor’s degree from a university or college preferred.

• Two years of Directing/Technical Directing experience, ideally in a top 20 market television station.