Technical Director
Paramount
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Stamford • Connecticut • United States
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Salary
💰 $65,000 - $85,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Set up and prepare the studio for each broadcast including lighting and camera framing
- Check in each guest/analyst via LiveU, Zoom, etc. This includes a full audio check
- Direct, switch, and operate audio and cameras during broadcasts. Show times and durations vary from 15 minutes to full hour broadcasts on CBS Sports HQ
- Work closely with various Paramount Global entities to connect guests and analysts
- Must be prepared for breaking news and postgame reactions throughout each shift at any time
Requirements
- At least 2 years of "hands-on" experience in the technical direction of television newscasts
- Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, under tight deadline pressure, including breaking news
- Experience with ELC OPERATIONS – calling and cutting News Broadcasts, Camera Robotics, Audio Consoles, Playout Servers, and Graphics Playback
- Extensive knowledge of video switchers, graphics systems, server playout systems, audio consoles and robotic camera systems is essential.
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Communications or equivalent
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- 401(k) plan
- life insurance coverage
- disability benefits
- tuition assistance program
- PTO
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
technical directionvideo switchersgraphics systemsserver playout systemsaudio consolesrobotic camera systemscamera framinglighting setupbroadcast operationsaudio check
Soft Skills
flexibilityability to work under pressurecommunicationcollaborationproblem-solving
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Communications