Director - Photographer

WDRB – Louisville, KY

Full-Time | Non-Exempt | Production Department

WDRB, the FOX affiliate in Louisville, is seeking a Director / Photographer to join our Production team. This hybrid role plays a key part in live newscast production while also supporting the News department as a photographer, with a focus on sports and weekend coverage.

The primary responsibility of the Director / Photographer is overseeing studio and control room operations during live newscasts. This role will occasionally operate in the Technical Director chair
, running automation control as needed. When not directing newscasts, the position works closely with the News department as a photographer, primarily shooting sports and weekend news content.

This position reports to the Manager of Production and does not have direct reports.

• Work closely with Producers to prepare newscasts using iNews and Ross Over Drive automation
• Stage manage and operate Over Drive during live productions
• Occasionally operate automation control from the Technical Director position
• Monitor and adjust audio levels during newscasts
• Adjust and operate PTZ cameras before and during live broadcasts
• Shoot sports and weekend news content as a photographer
• Edit promos and content using non-linear editing software
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Strong knowledge and understanding of digital video and audio applications
• Experience with Microsoft Office and file-based workflows
• Knowledge of and experience with non-linear editing systems
• Familiarity with Windows-based operating systems and media applications preferred
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, ever-changing broadcast environment
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required

• Education:
  
  High school diploma required; college degree or coursework toward a degree preferred
• Experience:
  
  Some directing, shooting, and editing experience preferred
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience with Microsoft applications and Windows operating systems; knowledge of Windows-based media applications is a plus

• Hands-on experience in live television production and field photography
• Exposure to modern broadcast automation and newsroom workflows
• Collaborative team environment in a fast-paced newsroom
• Opportunities to develop skills across multiple areas of production and news gathering

WDRB is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.