Broadcast Automation Director

Reach Media is a media broadcast service provider based in Washington, DC, delivering international news content across television, digital, and social media platforms. Operating within a fast-paced, automated newsroom environment, we support live news production and real-time editorial content for global clients.

As we continue to expand, we are seeking talented professionals who thrive in dynamic newsroom settings and are passionate about live production, journalism, and broadcast technology.

Job Title: Broadcast Automation Director

Summary

Reach Media is looking for a technically sharp, fast-thinking Broadcast Automation Director to join our growing automated studio team in Washington, DC. This role will sit at the center of live news production and operate advanced automation systems, managing real-time broadcasts, troubleshooting under pressure, and helping deliver impactful coverage to our global audiences.

Essential Job Functions:

• Direct and co‑direct live and non‑live programming using Vizrt Mosart (Studio Automation software).
• Maintain overall responsibility for program execution, look, and feel during production.
• Prepare, check, and adapt NCS running orders, including deviating when required.
• Lead control room operations, coordinating studio and technical teams during broadcasts.
• Work closely with Program Editors and Output Producers to ensure editorial intent is met.
• Liaise clearly and professionally with on‑air talent and crew.
• Anticipate and resolve production or technical issues in fast‑paced environments.
• Assist MSOs and on the studio floor when appropriate
• Maintain continuity of established show formats and workflows.
• Support training and development of Junior Automation Directors.
• Assist with maintaining and improving automation workflows.
• Ensure compliance with broadcast operations policies and health & safety requirements.
• Report issues and escalate incidents to the appropriate teams, including follow-up to ensure resolution
• Co-ordinating the crew effectively and in a safe manner, following correct H&S practices.
• Be across changes and how it impacts the role.

Requirements

• Ideal candidates we are looking to hire will have 5+ years working with -
• Vizrt Mosart / Ross OverDrive/ Sony ELC
• ENPS & MOS workflows
• Robotic camera systems
• Video servers & graphics systems
• Live breaking news environments
• Multi-platform newsroom operation
• Experience working in live broadcast or newsroom production
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Automation control room experience
• Technical directing knowledge
• Calm decision-making under pressure

Position Details

Location: Washington, DC

Environment: Full-Time | In-Person

Schedule: 5 Days Per Week with Rotating Schedule (Flexible availability required — our newsroom operates 24/7)

Salary Range : $85,000 annually and $105,000 annually

Full Benefits Package Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, PTO, Flexible Spending accounts, and more.

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This job description is intended to provide an overview of the position's main functions. It is not intended to provide an exhaustive listing of all of the activities, duties and/or responsibilities of this position and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. Additionally, the job description may be revised by the Company within its discretion at any time.

Reach Media is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.