16 Television Production jobs in the United States

Job Description

WHO WE ARE:

Teton Ridge is a visionary force in Western sports, entertainment, media, lifestyle, and equine culture, dedicated to growing the world of the American West to new fans. Our content and events engage a broad community of fans while preserving the traditions and legacy of the American West From large-scale events like The American Rodeo and The Performance Horseman to The Cowboy Channel, short films, digital and print media, and social-first content, Teton Ridge tells the stories of the rich culture of the American West. Join us in shaping the future of Western sports and entertainment!

WHO YOU ARE:
 

Bring the American West to life through world-class television production

Teton Ridge is seeking a seasoned and technically skilled Senior Director of Television Production to lead the execution of live and recorded studio broadcasts that capture the energy, tradition, and storytelling of Western sports and culture. This role combines hands-on technical directing with strategic leadership, ensuring high-quality production standards while mentoring a talented crew. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, can manage complex productions with precision, and are passionate about elevating the viewer experience, join us in shaping the future of Western media.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Direct in-studio live and recorded television productions.
• Operate and maintain video switchers.
• Set up and configure production equipment for various events and broadcasts.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Coordinate with production crew members, including camera operators, audio technicians, replay and graphics operators.
• Develop and implement production workflows and procedures to ensure smooth operations.
• Train and mentor other technical directors and directors.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment maintenance and technical operations.
• Create and test new Switcher Sets to meet production needs and ensure Switcher Sets are maintained.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• 5+ years of proven experience as a Television Production Director or Technical Director.
• Advanced technical skills in operating and maintaining broadcast equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of broadcast regulations and standards.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Resilience in handling unexpected and last-minute changes.
• Excellent leadership, influencing, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Technical Competencies

• Live Production Directing
• Technical Directing
• Video Switching
• Equipment Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Team Coordination

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• May be required to climb ladders and use motorized lifts. 
• May be required to work outside in unfavorable or harsh weather conditions. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Teton Ridge we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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• Aid in understanding complex business requirements and assist in transforming them into user-friendly application interfaces using Airtable.
• Assist in the development of underlying data tables and application workflows in Airtable
• Collaborate with the senior team members to ensure that the interface meets user needs effectively.
• Support the data conversion processes to facilitate a smooth transition to Xpanse for different departments. Learn to normalize existing trackers and load data into Airtable.
• Provide support for live modules, including resolving basic queries and escalating issues as needed.
• Build user-friendly, self-serve Tableau dashboards using the Snowflake data warehouse.
• Assist in liaising with cross-functional teams and contribute to end-to-end process flow discussions.
• Actively participate in learning sessions and seek opportunities to enhance skills relevant to the role.
• Take initiative to understand different aspects of the project and seek clarification when needed.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in a technical field or STEM
• Knowledge of Airtable or other no-code applications
• Knowledge of relational data modeling; strong skills in SQL, Tableau
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are a must as this role requires interaction with production and business development executives.
• Ability to quickly grasp requirements and convert them into specs for development
• Curiosity in gaining a thorough understanding of the entire TV show development and production business process

• Prior experience working in a TV studio, preferably building solutions using data

Job Description

GENERAL FUNCTION :

Assist Producers in preparing American History and Book TV programs. This includes watching, logging and editing events for multiple C-SPAN platforms, creating graphics, answering phones during live programs and performing several other editorial and administrative duties needed for the smooth functioning of the AHTVBTV unit.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Media logs and edits history and book programs.
• Enters detailed and accurate information about AHTV and BTV programs into Dalet information management system, including quality of program and ideological rating.
• Assists Producers in preparing taped and live programs.
• Assists in live productions by answering viewers' phone calls, field producing and other duties as needed.
• Learns and utilizes fully and competently the company's systems for program management and record keeping, especially the Dalet system of information management.
• Assists in creating social media videos.
• Other duties as assigned.

BACKGROUND/SKILLS :

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Political Science, History, English or Radio/TV.
• Minimum one year relevant work experience.
• Ability to work independently as well as under direction of producers within strict time constraints.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and consistently perform in a highly detailed environment.
• Strong knowledge of and interest in history, non-fiction books and public policy.
• High comfort level with computer use and various software programs.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules, including weekends and evenings.
• Understanding of C-SPAN programming and philosophy.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and able to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Flexible hours and workweek schedule, including regularly working on weekends.