Broadcast Director / Technical Director, Weekends - Contract Job at Bloomberg L.

Broadcast Director / Technical Director, Weekends - ContractLocation: New YorkBusiness Area: News and MediaRef #: 10051571Description & RequirementsBroadcast Director/Technical Director (Part-Time)Bloomberg Media is seeking someone highly proactive to Direct/TD, lead and support live TV production. We’re looking for the type of person who thrives under pressure and enjoys a fast-paced control room environment. Someone with creative ambition and desire to make ideas flourish into new high-quality production. A candidate with a thorough understanding of control room and TV studio environments to collaborate alongside editorial, technical and engineering teams on an early morning, weekend (part-time) basis. This leader will inspire and lead a technical team through live production and work closely with editorial teams aligning on vision, production and execution.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct pre-show meetings with editorial and technical teams to align show vision.Conduct pre-broadcast testing of studio and control room infrastructure. Verifying video and audio signal flows: Sony switcher setup, studio setup, intercoms, tally system before going live.Direct technical crew during live broadcast production, including in-studio jib camera operator, while planning ahead in the rundown (ENPS experience preferred) and remaining aligned with editorial direction throughout a 3-hour production.Execute live switching of studio cameras, jib, remote feeds and remote guests via Sony MVS switcher.Comfortable managing video playback software as well as feeding studio LED surfaces with graphic elements.Communicate with Team Leads to report on successes, issues, and faults that will impact global counterparts.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree or 3-5 years of experience working in live TV environment.Experience directing live multicamera productions.Experience switching shows, Sony MVS switcher experience preferred, but not required.Solid communication skills. Adaptable to real-time changes in rundown and comfortable providing direction to technical crew through production. Comfortable speaking up, making decisions, and clearly communicating with the technical crew.High level of attention to detail when it comes to shot composition and talent/studio choreography.Early morning weekend availability is required.Salary Range = 65 - 75 USD HourlyThe referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.Bloomberg is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law.Bloomberg is a disability inclusive employer. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made for the recruitment process. If you would prefer to discuss this confidentially, please email amer_recruit@bloomberg.net#J-18808-Ljbffr

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