Show Director - Seasonal

Position: Show Director – Seasonal

Location: Miami

Production Operations at Televisa Univision is looking for a Seasonal Show Director to join our team! The Show Director will oversee the various aspects of a broadcast and coordinate all related elements. This includes digital shows, newscasts, news briefs, news special event coverages, as well as translate abilities to Sports and Entertainment. The Show Director interprets the Producer’s vision and works in conjunction with the technical crew to execute vision.

YOUR DAY-DAY: (aka Responsibilities)

• Use iNEWS (Newsroom Computer System) to create and edit the rundown
• Code in Ross Overdrive automation
• Oversee and facilitate production elements, including graphics, music, and all other related presentation elements
• Perform duties as a Technical Director in manual operations
• Build on Ross Vision Switcher—Build and modify switcher and automation effects
• Edit templates on TemplateEditor
• Manage audio faders in DirectControl
• Create switcher and server back-ups
• Meet and coordinate production with show producers—liaison between producers and production
• Call and direct the different shows assigned

• Provide creative input, e.g., assists the Producer in creating the look of a show, including set design; suggests alternate shots; etc.
• Coordinate and communicate all technical and staging requirements to the production crew
• Manage technical crew which consists of directing the crew; conducting performance reviews, advise on proper goal setting and providing on-going performance feedback.

YOU HAVE: (aka Qualifications)

• College Degree or equivalent work experience in Broadcast Communications
• Computer skills and familiarity with Windows operating systems
• 5-10 years of experience in production/directing programs in studio with Automation and Manual operations; or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
• Knowledge or Productions Switchers (TD experience a plus)
• Knowledge of Ross (Vision) Switcher and Robotic Camera Systems (Ross Cambotics)
• Knowledge of equipment utilized in production, TV studio and control room
• Comfortable with all aspects of studio and remote productions
• Able to make quick decisions and give accurate and clear instructions
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Attend pre-production meetings and calls.
• Perform well under pressure and breaking news situations
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Comfort using highly technical and automated systems such as:
  • Ross Overdrive Automation System
  • iNEWS
  • Ross CamBot Robotic Camera system with user interface and joystick panel
  • VizRT Trio
  • Playback Devices (Avid Airspeed, Ross Video SMS/Blackstorm, Miranda HMP 1801, Mira)
  • Calrec Audio Console
  • Enco Audio Playback device
  • Miranda Router
  • EVS
• Bi-lingual (English and Spanish)
• As this position supports 24x7 operation, candidate must, in addition to being able to work regular hours, have on-call availability, and flexibility to work days, nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays as needed and without advance notice.  Additionally, candidate may be required to work on site for extended periods of time to provide coverage in special circumstances, such as, during tropical storm/hurricane.

TelevisaUnivision is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to characteristics protected by law.