TV Local Director DGA, NBC LA

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

• Prepare and direct live and taped television news broadcasts, specials utilizing the ROSS Overdrive automated production control system.
• Shape overall creative appearance of the broadcasts using imaginative video, audio and graphics effects
• Give direction and timing cues to talent and other technicians working on broadcasts.
• Build master rundown patterns for all broadcasts, PSAs, Commercials, etc.
• Work closely with Executive Producers, Producers and the Technical Operations Team to execute the daily vision of our live broadcasts, recorded specials and various other productions.
• Must be available to troubleshoot and plan with newsroom managers and technical operations department.
• Assist with the writing of SOPs as related to Control Room Production Operations.
• Submit post show reports.
• File issue tracker discrepancy reports as needed. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience directing and/or Automation system operation.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with Automated Production Control systems (Ross Overdrive preferred)
• Strong technical skills and understanding of Directing, audio mixing, robotics operation, live/remote segment cut-ins, breaking news cut-ins, video file playback and graphics insertion within an automated operation.
• Experience working with and knowledge of television production equipment.
• Proven experience with computer applications, working and monitoring multiple screens and software applications simultaneously in a broadcast environment.
• Demonstrated experience with newsroom computer systems or equivalent experience.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement between the Company and the Directors Guild of America (DGA). Successful candidate will be required to join the DGA if not already a member and remain a member in good standing of that Guild.
• Ability to work overtime, and on weekends with short notice.
• Willingness to travel for site surveys.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be 18 years old or older.

Desired Characteristic

• Willingness to help train colleagues.
• Strong Interpersonal skills with ability to interface with all levels of management & user community. 
• Strong leadership and communication skills in a dynamic environment. Ability to multi-task and troubleshoot while under pressure.
• Ability to react quickly and make decisions.
• Ability to work as a team and interface with all levels to drive our news vision.

Additional Requirements:

Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary Range: $120,380 to $120,380 DOE

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