RUN Studios Careers

Description

Since 2007, RUN Studios has created world-class creative content for prominent and emerging brands, bringing together talented artists, savvy producers, authentic storytelling, and business intelligence to tell compelling brand stories that evoke inspiration and engagement. With deep roots in video production and motion design, RUN Studios creates media across all channels, and serves as a strategic resourcing partner to build robust, agile, and inspired creative teams.

RUN seeks experienced Technical Director for consideration for upcoming short-term projects at a large production facility in Redmond. Project dates are to-be-determined.

Qualified candidates are high-caliber, hard-working production crew members with a minimum of 3 years' experience.

As a Technical Director, You Will  

• Direct technical aspects of live productions, checking and switching between video sources, and taking responsibility for the on-air product, including camera shots and graphics
• Test equipment in order to ensure proper operation
• Monitor broadcasts in order to ensure that programs conform to station or network policies and regulations
• Observe pictures through monitors, and direct camera and video staff concerning shading and composition
• Act as liaisons between engineering and production departments
• Operate equipment to produce programs or broadcast live programs from remote locations
• Switch between video sources in a studio or on multi-camera remotes, using equipment such as switchers, video slide projectors, and video effects generators
• Set up and execute video transitions and special effects such as fades, dissolves, cuts, keys, and supers, using computers to manipulate pictures as necessary
• Discuss filter options, lens choices, and the visual effects of objects being filmed with photography directors and video operators
• Follow instructions from production managers and directors during productions, such as commands for camera cuts, effects, graphics, and takes

As an Applicant, You Bring  

• 3-5+ years’ experience as a control room Technical Director in a live environment
• Knowledge of switchers, DVE's, Device controllers, and Video Server
• Excellent control room demeanor, proven leadership skills, team-first attitude and the ability to handle pressure in a fast paced environment
• Flexibility and willingness to support project needs
• A desire to learn new technologies, processes and/or procedures as they are implemented

Switchers Utilized Across our Teams:  

• Grass Vally
• Ross Carbonite
• Tricaster TC2 Elite
• vMix
• StreamYard

For consideration, please specify which switcher(s) you have experience with.  

Additional Position Details        

• Supervisory Responsibilities
  • None.
• Physical Demands
  • Bending, sitting, lifting, and long hours.
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Work Environment
  • Indoor, inside of a large production studio and control room.
• Travel
  • N/A

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.       

 

At RUN Studios we recognize our ultimate success depends on our talented and dedicated workforce. We understand, value, and are grateful for the invaluable contributions made by each employee. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive program of evolving competitive benefits specifically designed to support the needs of our employees and their dependents.           

Compensation           

Pay Range: between $600 - $1,000 (Day Rates for 10 hours)  

The successful candidate’s pay will be based on various factors such as individual qualifications and work location.           

Benefits:           

Benefits and perks may vary depending on location and nature of the work, but eligible employees have access to medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D benefits, health savings and flexible spending accounts, other telehealth and wellness benefits, a minimum of seven paid holidays per year, accrual of at least 6.5 days (Temporary Employment) to at least 15 days (Regular Employment) of paid time off per year, a 401k plan with company match, discretionary bonuses dependent on company, team or individual performance, and referral bonuses for eligible hired referrals.           

As an equal opportunity employer, RUN Studios is committed to pay equity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.