Broadcast Director/Editor Telemundo - WFOX TV

Cox Media Group•Jacksonville, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

WFOX TV Jacksonville is looking for a Director/Editor who will produce content for newscasts and all digital platforms. Applicants must be comfortable directing in a fast paced, live television environment and be able to oversee all technical aspects of a live broadcast, across all broadcast platforms. The applicant must be able to adapt quickly to changes and communicate clearly with staff and news management. The individual also must be willing and able to learn how to contribute content to digital platforms.

Requirements

Live directing and/or switching experience and knowledge of switcher concepts
Ability to sit and direct for long time periods, often hours at a time
Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Attention to detail
Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2 years television news experience preferred
Bilingual

Responsibilities

Coordinate with managers, directors, producers, editors and on-air talent to ensure the broadcast meets quality standards
Troubleshoot technical issues as they arise
Maintain communication with team to ensure smooth execution of the broadcast
Direct and TD live broadcasts on a Tricaster switcher with no automation
Maintain the upkeep of production studio
Oversee and direct content for all digital platforms
Use Bitcentral for playback
Edit all types of video needed for newscasts, special elements, and other productions, adjusting for various distribution platforms as necessary
Operate the Signal Acquisition desk to receive feeds and live shots via all available paths

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