Part-Time Temporary Technical Director, KOAA

Are you a technical production expert ready to bring your skills to one of Colorado's most dynamic newsrooms? KOAA, The E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate in Colorado Springs, is seeking a talented Technical Director for a part-time temporary position. You'll be at the heart of our live broadcasts, ensuring flawless execution of newscasts while collaborating with a passionate team dedicated to serving our community. This is your opportunity to showcase your technical expertise in a fast-paced environment where every second counts.

• Work with newsroom staff in a collaborative effort to achieve a flawless newscast
• Communicate with set during live broadcast
• Understand all equipment used for production and help provide solutions if needed
• Responsible for the on-air production of news including graphics, lighting and camera shots
• Produce, direct and edit technical aspects of newscasts and other productions including promos, cut-ins, special reports, among other projects assigned both inside and outside the newsroom
• Record and edit content as well as troubleshoot during the live newscast
• Edit video/audio and create graphic elements for the newscasts or any other production as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Specialized training/certification may be required
• Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Flexible work hours
• Demonstrated ability to make proper news judgment decisions
• Experience in audio, video, and graphics platforms
• Experience editing with non-linear platforms
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Flexibility to adapt to changes before and during the newscasts
• Previous experience directing newscasts and editing preferred

Colorado Springs offers an unbeatable combination of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and vibrant community life. Nestled at the base of Pikes Peak—one of Colorado's most iconic 14,000-foot mountains—the city provides year-round access to world-class hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, and skiing. Garden of the Gods, with its stunning red rock formations, offers breathtaking scenery right in the city's backyard. Colorado Springs boasts a thriving downtown with local breweries, restaurants, and cultural attractions, plus a strong military presence that adds to the community's diverse character. With over 300 days of sunshine annually, a lower cost of living compared to Denver, and easy access to both mountain adventures and urban amenities, Colorado Springs is the perfect place for those who want to live where they play.

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WHAT WE OFFER (ADDITIONAL BENEFITS):

• A career path to grow your professional experiences

• Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits

• Retirement savings plan with company match

• Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose. 

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.