WTAJ-TV
NewscastDirector/Videographer
“Newscast Director/Videographer at WTAJ-TV. Skills: Newscast directing, Videography, Video editing, News automation. Direct newscasts. Direct live productions”
Industry & Context.
Quick-thinking; Problem solver
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proficiency with video cameras, Proficiency with editing equipment, Working knowledge of television production techniques, Extensive experience with automation, Interpersonal skills, Communication skills, Creative decision-making skills, Skill in organizing resources, Skill in establishing priorities, Ability to make procedural decisions, Ability to create written materials, Ability to compose written materials, Ability to edit written materials, Knowledge of professional audio/video techniques, Knowledge of staging techniques, Knowledge of facilities, Knowledge of equipment, Knowledge of audio/video storage, Knowledge of audio/video archiving procedures, Knowledge of professional audio tape editing, Knowledge of video tape editing, Knowledge of post-production procedures, Knowledge of post-production techniques, Knowledge of post-production standards, Ability to formulate broadcast programming concepts, Ability to plan television programs, Ability to develop television programs, Ability to implement live television programs, Ability to implement pre-recorded television programs, Knowledge of television graphic design methods, Knowledge of television graphic design techniques, Knowledge of television programming concepts, Knowledge of television programming principles, Knowledge of television programming methodology, Knowledge of television programming techniques, Select and combine effective shots, Confer with other personnel, Fluency in English, Excellent communication skills, Proficiency with computers, Proficiency with telephones, Proficiency with copiers, Proficiency with scanners, Proficiency with fax machines, Proficiency with office equipment, Ability to meet deadlines, Ability to prioritize assignments, Ability to handle multiple tasks
Nice to Have
Degree in video production, Previous shooting experience, Previous editing experience, Directing experience is a plus, Television directing experience preferred
What You'll Do.
Direct live productions
Direct recorded productions
Coordinate technical operators
Direct live programming
Participate in design of video graphics
Participate in design of titles
Participate in design of music
Participate in design of creative look
Make editorial decisions
Make decisions regarding assembly of information
Make decisions regarding assembly of illustrations
Make decisions regarding assembly of content
Capture video using cameras
String together raw footage
Assemble footage according to scripts
Assemble footage according to instructions
Review assembled footage
Determine necessary audio effects
Determine necessary visual effects
Ensure proper operation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work as part of a team; Confer with personnel
Communication Scope
Interpersonal skills; Communication skills; Oral communication; Written communication
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