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Game Director, Scripps Sports

The EW. Scripps Company

United States (On-site)

Game Director, Scripps Sports

4 Months ago • 8 Years + • Undisclosed

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Job Description

Lead live sports broadcasts, call shots, collaborate with team, and ensure engaging viewing experience.

Must have:

Sports Production
Live Broadcast
Camera Shots
Strategic Decisions

Good to have:

Broadcast Software
Production Equipment
Storyboarding
Graphics Design

Perks:

Creative Vision
Dynamic Coverage

Lead the strategic development and execution of compelling live game broadcasts, overseeing the production crew to deliver a seamless, engaging viewing experience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Make high-level decisions in directing live game broadcast, calling camera shots, replay sequences, graphics, and commentary in real-time.
Collaborate closely with the production team including producers, technical directors, graphics operators, and on-air talent.
Develop the overall look, feel, and style of the game broadcast to align with the network's brand and production standards.
Make quick, strategic decisions during the live production to adapt to changing game situations and production needs.
Communicate clearly and effectively with the production crew to ensure everyone is on the same page and executing their roles.
Review game footage and provide feedback to improve future productions.
Outline pre-production planning, including storyboarding, graphics design, and camera blocking.
Ensure all broadcasts adhere to network policies, FCC regulations, and safety protocols.
Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
Generally, 8+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Expert knowledge of sports production workflows, equipment, and technology
Ability to work calmly under pressure and make fast-paced, strategic decisions
Creative vision and an eye for compelling, dynamic game coverage
Proficient with broadcast production software and equipment

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

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ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company

(NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

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