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Assistant Director

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Assistant Director

• Intermediate Level
Skills: Live Event / On Location Services Directors

Summary

The Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the Show Director in all aspects of production, coordinating all production activities, and maintaining the split-second timing for various fast-paced live, pre-recorded & APC productions.

Category Assistant Director  Directors  Live Event / On Location Services 
Location Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area
Time Period Full Time
Posted Date May 02, 2023
Start Date N/A
End Date N/A

Job Description

The Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the Show Director in all aspects of production, coordinating all production activities, and maintaining the split-second timing for various fast-paced live, pre-recorded & APC productions.

Job Duties
  • Assists the Show Director with show traffic, pre, and post-production
  • Maintains constant communication with Master Control, Show Director, Stage Manager as well as the entire production crew pertaining to show flow, all timing, and countdown aspects of the show
  • Responsible for obtaining all information related to show timing from Producers, Traffic, and Master Control
  • Responsible for physically timing various video file clips and other show elements as needed
  • Oversees playback of media through multiple controllers (i.e. EVS IP Director, MPlay / BEPlay, and Avid Command) for the assigned show(s)
  • Responsible for the insertion and removal of branding graphics, digital, and breakaway cover slates during show segments and commercial breaks
  • Directs show segments, briefs, and other elements in the absence of a Show Director
  • Assists Show Directors with the APC workflow that includes coding assigned shows and double-checking codes during breaking news/emergency scenarios
  • Works under the direct supervision of the Director, Control Room Operations, and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by the manager as needed
Qualifications
Basic Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, TV Production, or related field OR equivalent work experience
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a production, postproduction, broadcast, or communications environment
  • Exhibits strong knowledge and understanding of broadcast and production technology
  • Proficient in Avid iNEWS or other NRCS (Dalet, ENPS, Inception, etc.)
  • Fluency in Spanish & English (both written & verbal)
Desired Characteristics:
  • Fluency in English & Spanish is preferred
  • Familiarity with control room automation systems including Sony ELC, Ross Video OverDrive, and Grass Valley Ignite.
  • Prior Studio or Remote/Field experience
  • Exceptional time management, facilitation, and organizational skills
  • Self-starter who exhibits ownership of assigned tasks and who will push for solutions that solve immediate problems while building toward long-term goals
  • Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, dead-line-driven environment
  • Accustomed to working in a team and collaborating with all levels within the organization
  • Demonstrates strong attention to detail
  • Ability to build rapport with clients and manage expectations
  • Ability to effectively be flexible in approach, and respond well to pressure
Additional Requirements:
  • Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered (note job #:      )
  • Must be willing to work in Miami, Florida
  • Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Must be “on call” 24 hours a day / 7 days a week
  • This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Job Type Full Time 
Weekly Limit N/A
Shift Day
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