NFL Inglewood , CA 90301
Posted 3 weeks ago
Overview / Objective
This role is the primary studio/control room director for our daily morning show. The director will play a key part in launching the show in its new LA studio and bringing its fun and energetic style to life. It will require them to collaborate closely with line producers, senior producers and the EP on the creative look and feel of the show and its new syndicated, streaming version as well. The correct person must excel at working with others as they will lead their studio and control room crew, plus interface with graphics, music, lighting and network operations to execute of the show. The director must be calm and organized - one who works well under pressure and always treats co-workers with respect.
Responsibilities
Knowledge of lighting, shot framing, camera blocking and sound engineering
Experience with directing live multi-camera productions
Solid knowledge base and experience managing production staff
In-depth crew experience working in live TV
Must have ability to handle various tasks simultaneously, organize, prioritize, make decisions and work efficiently and effectively under deadlines
Excellent remote production leadership skills at both editorial and practical levels
Strong story-based journalistic instincts and skills and the ability to bring that out in others
Experience creating, guiding and then reviewing each production for improvement and growth
High organizational skills
Conduct meetings with staff to discuss production progress and to ensure production objectives are attained
Comfortable working within established budgetary parameters
Resolve personnel problems that arise during the production process by acting as liaison between dissenting parties when necessary
Strong understanding of the organization's goals and objectives
Salary / Pay Range
Required Qualifications
College diploma or university degree in Film, Communications or TV directing and/or equivalent work experience
7+ years of experience in production, TV directing and/or leadership position in a TV studio
This is a full-time staff position requiring membership in the DGA union
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently
Flexible during times of change
Excellent interpersonal skills and strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments
Physical Demands
Working hours begin in the middle of the night
Occasionally will need to sit for long periods of time while on-air for a live show
Travel
Terms / Expected Hours of Work
8-10 hours per day, sometimes more
May need to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays
The NFL maintains a Flexible Workplace Policy that provides members of our workforce with opportunities to periodically work from a location of their choice, while maintaining a priority on in-person work at an NFL office, which enables us to more effectively collaborate, connect and build a workplace culture that will drive our continued success.
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