KABC Freelance Newscast Director

4 Days ago • 5 Years +

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Must have:
  • Working experience with Ross Overdrive
  • Strong sense of newscast structure
  • Hands-on experience in a computer-assisted environment
  • Operation knowledge of DALET Newsroom systems
  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • Minimum 5 years Major Market experience
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of Dalet, Xpression, and Ross switchers
  • Knowledge of Ross Overdrive and Ross Overdrive Smart Shell camera system
  • Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, and good visual sense
  • Ability to work well under pressure, thrive on deadlines, and work a flexible schedule
  • Ability to clearly give direction to crew while under pressure
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Job Summary:

ABC7 Los Angeles is seeking a freelance Director to join our team to work on news and live local productions.

Responsibilities:

  • Director is responsible for all technical aspects of a live production using Ross Overdrive and Smart Shell camera control systems.
  • Works directly with producers, reporters, and technical staff including playback editing, transmission, Master control and engineering.
  • Responsible for clean execution of newscast while maintaining a positive, proactive attitude.
  • Direct/T.D. any assigned Live newscast, webcast or post production, also stage manage as needed.
  • Maintain production studio and control room.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Working experience with Ross Overdrive.
  • Strong sense of newscast structure. 
  • Hands on experience operating in a computer assisted environment with the ability to work under pressure. 
  • Operation knowledge of DALET Newsroom systems a must. 
  • Interacts with various departments and requires exceptional organizational skills.
  • Must be willing to work any shift.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ Major Market experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of Dalet, Xpression, and Ross switchers a plus.
  • Knowledge of Ross Overdrive and Ross Overdrive Smart Shell camera system
  • Possess strong organizational skills, be self-motivated and have a good visual sense.
  • Must be able to work well under pressure, thrive on deadlines and work a flexible schedule.
  • Have the ability to clearly give direction to crew while under pressure.

Required Education:  High School Diploma

Preferred Education:  College Degree


The pay rate for this role in Glendale, CA is $774.00 per day. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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