Broadcast Director

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

 

STUDIO TECHNICIAN / DIRECTOR – FULL TIME



WUSA9, the TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate in Washington, DC, is currently seeking a talented leader to join our exceptional Studio Technician team.



Responsibilities:

• Ability to direct live newscasts, recorded productions, live streams, cut-ins, and commercial projects
• Ensure effective interaction between the control room and multiple departments across the organization
• Determining camera angles, lighting and set arrangement
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualified candidates will have proficient skills with the following equipment and systems:

• Robotic studio cameras
• Audio mixer
• Studio lighting
• Teleprompter
• Control Room automation such as Sony ELC, Ross Overdrive, Grass Valley Ignite
• Video Switcher
• Knowledge of Chyron a plus
• Non-linear editing skills a plus
• Experience with ENPS and Bit Central server systems a plus 

Requirements:

• Effective leadership and communication during a crisis
• Five (5) years of experience in various aspects of television production preferred
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in various aspects of television production
• Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on working as a team with Producers
• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Personal integrity, accountability, problem solving, a strong work ethic
• Ability to work early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working on ladders and lifts 

To be considered a candidate for an opening at WUSA*9 – you must complete the online application for this position. Paper resumes or any electronic information received that does not come through the online application process will not be considered part of the applicant pool. No phone calls please.

Benefits: 

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year. 

* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

EEO statement:

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com 

Recruiting Fraud Alert:

To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background.  Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains.  

Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.