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Media Technical Directors/Managers

ID

work_arts_media/media_technical_directorsmanagers

Type

TASK

Children

15

Child Nodes (15)

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Switch between video sources in a studio or on multi-camera remotes, using equipment such as switchers, video slide projectors, and video effects generators.

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Observe pictures through monitors and direct camera and video staff concerning shading and composition.

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Supervise and assign duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of radio and television programs.

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Monitor broadcasts to ensure that programs conform to station or network policies and regulations.

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Operate equipment to produce programs or broadcast live programs from remote locations.

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Test equipment to ensure proper operation.

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Train workers in use of equipment, such as switchers, cameras, monitors, microphones, and lights.

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Act as liaisons between engineering and production departments.

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Collaborate with promotions directors to produce on-air station promotions.

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Confer with operations directors to formulate and maintain fair and attainable technical policies for programs.

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Schedule use of studio and editing facilities for producers and engineering and maintenance staff.

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Direct technical aspects of newscasts and other productions, checking and switching between video sources and taking responsibility for the on-air product, including camera shots and graphics.

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Follow instructions from production managers and directors during productions, such as commands for camera cuts, effects, graphics, and takes.

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Set up and execute video transitions and special effects, such as fades, dissolves, cuts, keys, and supers, using computers to manipulate pictures as necessary.

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Discuss filter options, lens choices, and the visual effects of objects being filmed with photography directors and video operators.