Director

KPIX – CBS News Bay Area in San Francisco is adding to its team of ELC directors and actively searching for the right person to become part of this dynamic team.

The candidate we’re looking for is a phenomenal communicator, has strong organizational skills and can break out of the mold of a coded newscast and pivot to breaking news when the moment happens. We’re looking for a director who can obviously handle the pressure of live news but also loves the thrill of the unexpected in a live environment. If you’re ready to work with an organization that challenges the norm when it comes to how the local news story is told we’ve got something for you to see.

We’re all about storytelling and innovation. And this storytelling translates into how we visually tell the story of the day in every newscast. As an ELC director at CBS News Bay Area you’ll be working with show producers creating dynamic visual newscasts in a studio space with studio jibs and real jib operators. Robotic cameras are around too…but only if we really need to use them.

You’ll be verbally calling the shots as anchors work the full studio environment with the jib camera following along using the studio space to tell the story. And when it’s time for weather you won’t just be cutting to a basic chroma key or video wall. You’ll be taking the viewer to a stunning virtual environment using groundbreaking technology from Zero Density. Inspire coding and directing a full newscast in an immersive virtual environment controlled by ELC. That’s us!

We are news. But we’re also more than just news. CBS News Bay Area is the community leader in annual live events, from music festivals, air shows and colorful community parades. All directed using ELC automation. We do a lot here. And now we’re looking for some good directors to join us for the ride.

THE GEAR:

• Sony ELC Automation
• Sony XVS Switchers
• Chyron Prime / ISQ / Newsticker
• Calrec Audio
• Cambot Robotic Cameras
• Studio Jibs
• Zero Density Virtual Production

JOB FUNCTION:

The main responsibility is to provide leadership in and out of the control room fulfilling production needs as assigned. You’ll work with the editorial and production staffs to implement an accurate production in an ELC automated control room environment. Director’s code their assigned newscast and run through portions of the show with crew and talent before going to air to help ensure the solid product that is expected. A successful candidate must have sound technical skills, collaborate before each show with the producer to ensure smart, effective use of studio venues and bring a “can-do” approach to problem solving in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. Candidate must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. You must be open to implementing new technologies and/or methods to accomplish future assignments.

REQUIRED:

• Proven experience in live news production is required.
• Previous Control Room Automation use is desired, Sony ELC experience is preferred.
• Understanding of video servers, graphics systems, audio consoles, and robotic cameras is essential.
• Knowledge of iNews preferred.
• Proficiency in handling a high-energy workplace.
• Must be a self-starter with excellent organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude & leadership qualities with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities a must.
• Excellent people and communication skills needed.
• Good conflict resolution and problem-solving skills are a must.

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