Univision Employment – Technical Director

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Job Description:

Univision is seeking a creative and talented Technical Director based in Houston, Texas. The successful candidate will direct live newscasts, news briefs and weather segments. The qualified candidate will work closely with News personnel in creating necessary elements for live or taped programming for linear and non-linear platforms. Operate studio cameras and audio board in the event of emergencies. This individual must be a strategic and creative thinker, a self-starter, and a collaborator willing to learn and share ideas. This individual should also have working knowledge of Ross Overdrive.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Direct daily newscasts
  • Oversee completion and distribution of news elements
  • Perform quality checks and input of all programming elements
  • Ingest daily news briefs and weekly local shows into on air servers.
  • Work closely with sales/promotions/public affairs on special elements for programs

Job Requirements:

  • Must be able to lift and carry heavy equipment (approximately 25 lbs.)
  • Must be able to troubleshoot and coordinate trafficking of commercial dubbing for master control operations
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, type, and sit for up to (8) hours
  • Must be able to reach above head
  • Employment/education will be verified
  • Must maintain a good driving record
  • Must be able to work any shift, including weekends and holidays
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, I-News newsroom systems
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of specialized training in the professional field
  • Knowledge of control room operation equipment including teleprompter, studio cameras, audio board, video play out servers
  • Familiarity with microwave, satellite, and digital technology
  • Must be willing to work from office in Houston, TX
  • Basic graphic design experience, including Photoshop experience
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
  • Candidate must have basic editing knowledge in Avid and Adobe Premiere
  • Minimum of 2 years major market or 3 years small market in similar capacity of job responsibilities
  • Must be able to climb ladders

Job Details:

Company: Univision

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Houston, TX, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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