Responsibilities

• Prepare and direct live and taped news television broadcasts
• Code rundowns for all broadcasts
• Work in conjunction with editorial and production personnel to create and execute newscasts utilizing an automated production control system
• Give direction and timing to talent and other technicians on broadcasts
• Perform Director and Director Assist duties as required
• Weekly disaster recovery training
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Basic Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience television directing in a live news environment
• Minimum 3 years working with and knowledge of television production equipment
• Minimum 3 years of experience with computer applications working and monitoring multiple screens and software applications simultaneously in a broadcast environment
• Minimum 3 years of experience with newsroom computer systems
• Minimum 1 year experience with Automated Production Control systems (ROSS OverDrive preferred)

• Must be willing to work in Washington D.C.
• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be willing to join the Director’s Guild of America
• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Desired Characteristics

• Traditional knowledge operating video switchers and audio consoles
• Familiarity with Dalet Galaxy, ROSS Xpression, ROSS Cambotics
• BA degree in Telecommunications/related field or equivalent work experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to prioritize, perform under pressure and make critical programming decisions under tight timelines
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Positive work ethic & attitude
• Team player
• High degree of integrity and professionalism
• Spanish language skills a plus

This Position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $100,000 - $127,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].