About TEGNA TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. Ready to be part of fast-paced productions that inform and inspire? WVEC 13News Now, the ABC affiliate serving Coastal Virginia, is looking for a Broadcast Director to help elevate our award-winning Daybreak newscasts across broadcast, streaming, and digital platforms. This is a hands-on, high-energy role for someone who loves live production and thrives on creative storytelling through technology. You'll work closely with an outstanding team of producers, engineers, and journalists to create clean, visually compelling live broadcasts and dynamic streaming productions that make an impact. What You’ll Do: Direct fast-paced live and streamed newscasts and special programming using Sony switchers, ELC automation, and cutting-edge production tools. Operate and maintain broadcast and streaming systems, including Blackmagic Design ATEM switchers, Chyron graphics, audio boards, and prompter software. Bring your creative vision to life, helping shape the look and feel of news, sports, weather, and special event coverage across broadcast and streaming channels. Collaborate closely with newsroom and engineering teams to optimize workflows, troubleshoot issues, and drive innovation for both traditional and streaming audiences. Maintain a high bar for technical excellence, consistency, and visual storytelling across all platforms. Stay ahead of the curve by introducing new production techniques that enhance storytelling and the streaming experience for viewers. What We’re Looking For: At least 1 year of hands-on experience directing live television, digital, and/or streaming productions. Proficiency with Sony and Blackmagic production switchers, ELC automation systems, and Chyron graphics. Outstanding communication skills, with a team-first mentality. Calm under pressure — you love the excitement of live TV and streaming events and can juggle multiple tasks with precision. Strong technical background and attention to detail, including knowledge of video/audio signal flow, control room operations, and streaming workflows. Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as news demands. A positive, solutions-oriented attitude that helps build a strong, collaborative culture. Bonus Points If You Have: Prior experience as a director or Technical Director, particularly with live-streamed productions. Familiarity with newsroom scripting software like ENPS or iNews. Experience with control room automation systems like ELC. Benefits: TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one. Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health. TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year. * Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union. EEO statement : TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. 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