James Madison University · 1 month ago
Breeze TV Floor Director - IE
Harrisonburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New GradJames Madison University is a selective public institution located in Harrisonburg, Virginia, known for its commitment to education and inclusivity. They are seeking a Breeze TV Floor Director to help lead a live broadcast news show, ensuring smooth operations during productions and managing the studio environment.
AssociationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Prepares the set, including checking that mics and IFBs are ready for broadcast, and assists with camera blocking and placement
Communicates with talent, guests, and the studio crew, providing timing cues, instructions, and directions
Coordinates the movement of people and equipment in and out of the studio
Troubleshot technical issues, such as audio and lighting, and change batteries
Manages the audience and any others inside the studio not part of the crew, including seating and cuing them
Anticipates potential issues and solves problems promptly
Documents the studio's technical and scenic set-up for each production (main example being the election show)
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of what a newscast should look like
Ability to lead a team
Ability to work through stressful situations
Ability to adapt on a moments notice (either fix or work with mistakes during the show)
Knows journalistic ethics
Knowledgeable enough to guide and teach new members
Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate)
Company
James Madison University
James Madison University offers programs on the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels with its primary emphasis on the undergraduate student.
Founded in 1908Harrisonburg, Virginia, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Johnny Ginnity, SES, FACHE
University Lecturer--CEO
Caroline Shelly
Co-founder and President of SMAD Club
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