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Freelance DGA Director, NBC4 & T52

NBCUniversal, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Freelance DGA Director, NBC4 & T52 Los Angeles, California – Operations Team

Base Pay Range Daily:

$613.20



$772.00

(subject to collective bargaining agreement)

Job Responsibilities

Work with editorial and production personnel to code and execute newscasts using production automation.

Build master rundown patterns for all television broadcasts.

Shape overall creative appearance of broadcasts using video, audio, and graphics effects.

Give direction and timing cues to talent and other technicians working on broadcasts.

Ensure execution in alignment with standard operating procedures.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required onsite.

This position must be performed full‑time at an NBCUniversal‑designated worksite.

Basic Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years relevant experience.

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, journalism, engineering, radio, television & film, operations, media production, related fields, or equivalent experience.

Candidate must join the Directors Guild of America (DGA) if not already a member and remain in good standing.

Skills & Experience

Experience directing and operating television production systems for mid to major market news or live events.

Expertise with the Ross Overdrive Production Automation, including coding and preparation of rundowns, automation of video switchers, audio mixers, camera robotics, graphic systems and prompters.

Strong technical understanding and the ability to troubleshoot and work around operational issues.

Experience working under pressure in breaking news situations while being a calm leader in the control room.

Ability to work well and communicate effectively with others.

Bi‑lingual (English & Spanish) a plus.

Eligibility Requirements

Must be willing to work in Los Angeles, CA.

Willingness to travel and work outside standard hours, including weekends on short notice.

Must have unrestricted work authorization in the United States.

Must be 18 years or older.

Must be covered by NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program.

Submit resume/CV through

www.nbcunicareers.com

to be considered.

Additional Requirements

Required On‑Site:

Full‑time work from an NBCUniversal‑designated workstation.

Daily salary range is $613.20 to $772.00, dependent on scheduling per the collective bargaining agreement.

Additional Information As part of the 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 is committed to equal employment opportunity. We provide opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Applicants with disabilities or veterans may request reasonable accommodations during the application and recruitment process.

Seniority Level Associate

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Other

Industry Entertainment Providers

Apply through

www.nbcunicareers.com .

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