Job Description

We are seeking a Director to join our creative production operations team at Fort Worth, Texas working in our state-of-the-art facility supporting KXAS/KXTX.  The ideal candidate is naturally curious, innovative, and motivated to lead the evolution of news production. We are seeking a proactive leader to champion and own the development and implementation of innovative technology and operational workflows.

If you thrive in a dynamic live production, enjoy collaborating with others, and want to make a positive impact as part of a high-performing team using leading-edge technology and workflows, this is the role for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Direct and operate various live and/or recorded television productions in a bilingual environment using the Ross Overdrive Automated Production Control system.
• Code and execute newscasts using production automation; build master rundown patterns for all television broadcasts.
• Work closely with editorial and production personnel from concept to final production.
• Shape the creative appearance of broadcasts using video, audio, and graphics effects.
• Give direction and timing cues to talent and other technicians.
• Operate automated graphics, audio, camera control, and clip playback servers.
• Ensure execution aligns with standard operating procedures and best workflows.
• Responsible for the ultimate technical quality of production.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues as needed.
• Submit End of Show reports.
• Participate in various feedback sessions.
• All other duties as assigned.