About Us:
Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country. Weigel is a leader in broadcast television with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number one rated classic TV entertainment network, as well as the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, the Story Television Network, the MeTV Toons Network in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery, and WEST- Western Entertainment Series Television Network. Weigel produces the original network TV programs Svengoolie, Toon In With Me and Collector’s Call. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates and independent stations, offering a mix of entertainment programming, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts in 29 U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. For more information on Weigel, visit: https://www.weigelbroadcasting.com/.
Technical Director
ABC57 News in South Bend, Indiana is seeking a communicative and creative Technical Director to join our growing office.
About The Role:
Direct a fast paced, cutting-edge newscast utilizing the Grass Valley Ignite automation system
Manage switcher, audio, camera, graphics, and studio operations simultaneously
Oversee live broadcast, including ticker and other alert systems
Work alongside Producers, Anchors, and Reporters to improve presentation and flow of the newscast
What You’ll Do: Ensure smooth on-air execution through effective communication and switching
Code newscasts using INews and offer solutions and alternatives to producers as necessary
Design graphics for news using Adobe CC and other tools
Supervise studio setup, lighting, and set materials
Operate teleprompter, edit video, and perform videography as needed
Contribute to promotional and creative content production when opportunities arise
Perform additional duties as assigned
What You’ll Need: Previous experience with broadcast technology is preferred
Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, non-scripted breaking news environment
Physical ability to climb ladders to replace studio/set lighting as needed
Must be willing to work varying shifts and accommodate schedule changes as necessary
What We Offer:
Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Package, Long Term Disability Insurance & Accident Insurance
Retirement & Savings: HSA Plan, 401k with Company Match
Time Off: Vacation/Personal/Sick/Paid Holidays
Leave Support: Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave
Family Benefits: Paid Parental Leave
Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.
