Director I

The Director I is responsible for the planning and line-directing live and taped Studio, Remote and REMI productions, in both conventional and automated control rooms. The Director I will be required to participate in pre- and post-production meetings, plus contribute ideas to help realize a vision for a show. The Director I will be responsible for managing personnel and facilities as they relate to the production. In addition, the Director will work in conjunction with Coordinating Producers and Producers to provide support and guidance on content philosophy and execution, and will coordinate and disseminate show information to the production and operational units. The Director I will need to be a team builder with strong production and technical knowledge and demonstrate leadership qualities in all interactions and decisions. The Director I will be required to coach, develop and mentor Associate Directors and Stage Managers, and must provide consistent and comprehensive written feedback of their performance to Directing Management. This role will initially support Spanish-language content. Responsibilities Direct live and taped productions from the control room or mobile unit; coordinate and execute all aspects of scripted and unscripted shows. During automated productions – code rundowns, facilitate studio and remote guests (facs), troubleshoot technical issues, and possibly select music and coordinate live shots in the absence of an Associate Director. Provide clear, concise, and orderly communication of traffic to all involved during each production. Troubleshoot real-time operational issues that arise during assigned production. Oversee lighting, camera blocking, visual effects and graphics integration, and timing to ensure a quality presentation. Participate in meetings with Managers and Producers to develop concepts, editorial themes, and specific narratives for productions. In show preparation, coordinate with the Associate Director on pre-production elements and review the rundown for accuracy. Contribute to the planning and organization of assigned projects. Manage personnel and facilities related to assigned projects and interact with other departments to achieve common goals. Provide ongoing feedback to Associate Directors and Stage Managers, as well as other team members, and document it in written form for Management. Write thoughtful, comprehensive feedback with clear, detailed examples. Observe Associate Directors and Stage Managers outside of the show unit to contribute directly to their development. Take responsibility for personal development through independent observation and training. Participate in periodic clip review sessions with Managers and Director IIs to further develop directing skills. Provide written feedback for various show unit personnel, including Designers, VCS/OCTO ops, Editorial Graphic Producers, Producers, and Coordinating Producers. Practice and maintain departmental performance standards as they apply to leadership, communication, and personal development, and consistently perform all duties and functions required of the role. Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of directing or related experience. In-depth knowledge and proficiency with live directing. In-depth knowledge and proficiency with production equipment and facilities. Strong ability to think and react quickly to rapidly changing situations in a high-pressure environment. Strong interpersonal skills. In-depth ability to direct most assigned productions and specialty shows. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual language skills in Spanish and English. Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in broadcasting, communications, journalism, or a closely related field. Compensation The hiring range for this position in Bristol, CT is $115,500.00 to $154,800.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will consider internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, depending on the level and position offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr