Cox Media Group
Broadcast Director - WFOX TV
Cox Media Group, Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
Location: FL-Jacksonville
Job Title: Broadcast Director - WFOX TV
WFOX TV Jacksonville is looking for a Broadcast Director who will produce content for newscasts and all digital platforms. Applicants must be comfortable directing in a fast-paced, live television environment and be able to oversee all technical aspects of a live broadcast, across all broadcast platforms. The applicant must be able to adapt quickly to changes and communicate clearly with staff and news management. The individual also must be willing and able to learn how to contribute content to digital platforms.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Direct and TD live broadcasts on a Grass Valley switcher with no automationMaintain the upkeep of production studioOversee and direct content for all digital platformsTransfer elements into Bitcentral for playbackRecognize and be able to troubleshoot problems with Telemetrics, Bitcentral, and ChyronMaintain a positive, cooperative and professional attitude at all times
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of 2-year television news experience preferredLive directing and/or switching experience and knowledge of switcher conceptsAbility to sit and direct for long periods, often hours at a time
About Cox Media GroupCMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 49 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 10 markets; a Washington, DC news bureau; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit
www.coxmediagroup.com .
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Job Title: Broadcast Director - WFOX TV
WFOX TV Jacksonville is looking for a Broadcast Director who will produce content for newscasts and all digital platforms. Applicants must be comfortable directing in a fast-paced, live television environment and be able to oversee all technical aspects of a live broadcast, across all broadcast platforms. The applicant must be able to adapt quickly to changes and communicate clearly with staff and news management. The individual also must be willing and able to learn how to contribute content to digital platforms.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Direct and TD live broadcasts on a Grass Valley switcher with no automationMaintain the upkeep of production studioOversee and direct content for all digital platformsTransfer elements into Bitcentral for playbackRecognize and be able to troubleshoot problems with Telemetrics, Bitcentral, and ChyronMaintain a positive, cooperative and professional attitude at all times
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of 2-year television news experience preferredLive directing and/or switching experience and knowledge of switcher conceptsAbility to sit and direct for long periods, often hours at a time
About Cox Media GroupCMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 49 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 10 markets; a Washington, DC news bureau; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit
www.coxmediagroup.com .
Req #: 1324
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