Director, Sports Studio

Company Description

VERSANT is a leading force in news, sports and entertainment - home to iconic and trusted brands that inspire, inform, and delight audiences. Our unique combination of content, technology and services enriches the cultural fabric, igniting passions, sparking conversations, and connecting people to what they love most.

As an independent, publicly traded company, VERSANT brings together powerhouse cable networks - including USA Network, CNBC, MS NOW (formerly MSNBC), Oxygen, E!, SYFY, and Golf Channel - with dynamic digital and direct-to-consumer brands such as Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. Together, these businesses reflect our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences across every screen and service.

VERSANT is an industry-changing media company fueled by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. With a strong foundation and a forward-looking vision, VERSANT empowers creativity, embraces change, and drives connection in an ever-evolving world.

Job Description

The Director is responsible for coordinating the studio operation on and off the air for Versant Sports properties with a focus on Golf Channel Studio shows.

Responsibilities:

• Direct multi-camera live and live-to-tape studio-based programs
• Ability to direct News, Talk, Sports and Special Event programs
• Requires a creative eye and the ability to plan and direct the audio and video aspects of television programs based on the specifications and knowledge of television programming techniques
• Collaborate with Producers on creative for at-home and remote studios.
• Interpret scripts, block cameras and work with cast, crew and producers
• Directing live shows without a script and minimal rundown support, especially during breaking news stories   
• Good working knowledge of video switchers and editing
• Lead the control room and studio technicians before and during any live or live-to-tape program to keep them informed of the show’s rundown, camera shots, effects, playback order and other specific commands
• Coordinate technical crew schedules
• Oversee the delivery and execution of all graphic and sponsorship playback elements
• Participation in all production, editorial and technical planning meetings
• Contribute ideas on how to improve all aspects of the production from creative to execution
• Perform on-site surveys for studio remote shows

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• College Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Show Director in a live television production environment
• Experience in launching a broadcast or television program
• Strong knowledge and understanding of broadcast and production technology.
• Possess a high level of initiative
• Must be a team player
• Have exceptional oral and written communication skills
  Must be willing to take constructive feedback
• Must be detail and deadline oriented
• Must be creative and extremely organized and prepared
• Possess strong storytelling skills and editorial judgment
• Must have a strong work ethic

Eligibility Requirements:

• Willingness to work nights and weekends as needed (flexibility in broadcast environment is imperative)
• Must be willing to physically work out of our Stamford CT locations 
• Must be willing to travel if/when needed
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Desired Characteristics:

• Eager to learn the content of our sports properties. (Golf, Basketball, Football, Etc.) 
• Available and ready to be the best teammate. 
• Positive attitude and a pleasure to work with.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with a VERSANT Media employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. VERSANT Media's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to candidateaccessibility@versantmedia.com.

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