Studio Technician/ Director (Washington) Job at TEGNA, Washington DC

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  • TEGNA
  • Washington DC

Job Description

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About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) serves local communities across the U.S. through trustworthy journalism, engaging content, and tools that help people navigate their daily lives. Through customized marketing solutions, we help businesses grow and thrive. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches approximately 100 million people every month across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. For more information, visit TEGNA.com.

WUSA-TV Washington , the TEGNA CBS affiliate in Washington , seeks a Broadcast Director . The primary responsibility of this position is directing daily newscasts and other local programs, utilizing both production automation and manual switching operations. The Broadcast Director will work closely with our news, production, and technical teams to produce fast-paced, compelling, and comprehensive newscasts and programs.

We are looking for someone to bring forward-thinking production ideas, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to manage quality control at a high level. The candidate must also be familiar with all studio operations, including floor directing, camera operation, teleprompter, graphics creation, audio, lighting, non-linear editing, content management systems, and master control systems.

Responsibilities

  1. Direct daily live newscasts and recorded shows using both automation and manual switching.
  2. Oversee the overall look of newscasts and on-air programming.
  3. Identify and correct potential problems before they hit air.
  4. Troubleshoot technical systems when required.
  5. Use non-linear editing and content management systems for programming, commercial, and digital content creation.
  6. Perform other production department duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, TV Production, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be substituted.
  • Experience (3 years preferred) with production automation, video switchers, newsroom computer systems, video servers, and graphics systems.
  • Ability to adapt quickly and respond effectively to breaking news and unexpected events.
  • Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on teamwork across departments.
  • Experience with ENPS, Chyron, and BitCentral systems is a plus.
  • Flexible scheduling: includes weekends, early mornings, nights, or holidays as needed.

Pay Range

$70,000—$75,000 USD

Benefits

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, eye care, fertility, surrogacy, adoption assistance, disability, life insurance, 401(k), virtual doctor’s appointments, therapy sessions, PTO, and holidays. Some benefits may vary by collective bargaining agreements.

EEO Statement

TEGNA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact askhr@tegna.com.

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Additional Details

  • Seniority level: Entry level
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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