Assistant Show Director

This is a Full Time Job

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) for 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 absence of 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 Manager, Control Room Operations and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by 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 on assigned tasks and who will push for solutions that solve immediate problems while building towards 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 the link below 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.

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