Director II, KPAX
Company: E.W. Scripps Company
Location: Missoula
Posted on: November 14, 2023
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Job Description:
The Director II works in all areas of television production and
is -responsible for technical directing -fast paced, complex
newscasts and other local programming as well as assisting in
completion of pre-production for newscasts.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:Oversees the set up and operations of equipment
including camera, audio, video and lighting. Constructs and
dismantles set.Ensures smooth operation of technical equipment and
services during broadcast.Troubleshoots technical problems during
production or broadcast.Directs assigned newscasts, which include
"switching" newscasts and other productions, completing the
pre-production for all newscasts and checking all sources prior to
air.Monitors the status of all live shots and -content prior to a
live newscast.Works closely with news department, directors,
producers, and promotions to ensure that the desired on-air look is
attained with a minimal amount of errors.Perform other duties as
assigned.WHAT YOU'LL NEED:High school diploma or GED required.
Bachelor's degree in TV production or related preferred.Minimum 1
year experience as a director/technical director.Working knowledge
of television station production equipment.WHAT YOU'LL BRING:Must
be familiar with all aspects of television production including
audio, switching, digital effects, camera operation and shot
composition, lighting, and character generators.Good working
knowledge of computers.Ability to handle multiple priorities under
extreme time constraints with poise and skill.Solid leadership
skills.Excellent knowledge of proper composition, grammar and
spelling.Must have excellent communication skills; ability to give
directions in a clear, efficient manner.Excellent organizational
skills.Ability to work in a fast paced environment.Capable of
working well with commercial clients while adding a creative look
to commercial spots.Must be familiar with all aspects of television
production------..lighting, character generators, and news
automation.Must be a team player.OUR TEAM: We have hikers, rock
climbers, mountain bikers, kayakers, runners, skiers, gamers,
musicians, community leaders, -swimmers and every other mixture of
diverse backgrounds, passions and life experiences. -We are a
community of welcoming, mission-focused, and lively people that
continue to grow as we grow our company and rise to our full
potential in every aspect of our business. WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK
AND PLAY:Missoula, MT where the Clark-Fork river really does run
though this vibrant city. Set at the convergence of five mountain
ranges, earning Missoula the name of the "hub of five valleys".
Missoula is surrounded by 60,000 acres of wilderness and is an
outdoor paradise, with national forests, ski areas, incredible
hikes, and bicycling, raging rivers with excellent blue-ribbon
trout fishing. Missoula has repeatedly earned its ranking as a top
100 Best Places to live and was recently recognized as one of the
healthiest places in the US with the highest life expectancy
compared to any other city in Montana. If you seek a life that
isn't consumed by your work or your commute, where living is about
community, exploring the same trails as Lewis and Clark as well as
knew adventures and a place where "fur babies" are considered part
of the Missoulian community than this is the place for you ! After
Billings, Missoula is the second-largest city and metropolitan area
in Montana and is home to the University of Montana, a public
research university.Where else can walk outside and jump on a
mountain trailhead or drive two to three hours and arrive at the
gates of both Glacier and Yellowstone National Park! The economy is
growing, culture and arts are thriving calling filmmakers such as
Paramount's Yellowstone to call on Missoula for some of the most
beautiful scenic movie and TV show backgrounds. Truly the last best
place!#LI-SM2#OnsiteSCRIPPS' COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND
INCLUSION:
At -Scripps, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture
that reflects the communities we serve. -We are intentional about
creating an -environment -where -employees, our audiences and other
stakeholders feel valued and inspired -to reach their full
potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace
culture that embraces each person's diversity, including the extent
to which they are similar or different. Scripps -leaders believe
that -an equitable and inclusive culture is -not only the right
thing to do, it is a business imperative. -Read more about our
commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion at scripps.com .ABOUT
SCRIPPS: The E.W. Scripps Company -(NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified
media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one
of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves
communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a
portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. The Scripps Networks reach
nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV
and Scripps News and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy
TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation's largest
holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning
investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the
longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in
1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and
the people will find their own way." As an equal employment
opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates
do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of
race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color,
religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability,
marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military
membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be
in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law.
Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for
qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would
result in an undue hardship for the company. 0:00 -/ - 1:53 About
Us The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media
company focused on creating a better-informed world. As the
nation's fourth-largest local TV broadcaster, Scripps serves
communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a
portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. The Scripps Networks reach
nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV
and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Grit, Laff
and Court TV Mystery. Scripps is the nation's largest holder of
broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative
reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward
of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has
held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find
their own way." As an equal employment opportunity employer, The
E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its
employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation,
transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic
information, medical condition, disability, marital status,
citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran
status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any
applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company
will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with
known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue
hardship for the company.
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