Assistant Director
Weigel Broadcasting Co., Chicago, IL, United States
Overview
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 produces original network TV programs such as Svengoolie, Toon In With Me and Collector’s Call, and its local stations offer a mix of entertainment programming, local news and sports in 29 U.S. markets.
Assistant Director Weigel Productions is seeking an intellectually curious, strong communicator, and hardworking individual to join its creative team in our Chicago West Loop studios.
About The Role
Work directly with Weigel’s Creative team, Director and Production team to execute all show related elements
Assist in creation of multiple productions
Focus on overall show direction and production, applying technical expertise to creative vision
Apply strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
What You’ll Do
Provide support and fill in across key production roles during tapings, including Director/TD, camera operation, audio, and floor direction
Assist with daily production needs and deliver on site support during field shoots
Communicate clearly and proactively with cross functional teams
Perform additional duties as assigned
What You’ll Need
5-7 years of experience in a video production leadership role within broadcast, digital, or cable environments (required)
Prior directing experience (preferred)
Experience with studio videography, lighting, audio production, vMix streaming software, and Ross Xpression Graphics (preferred)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail with proven time management abilities
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends based on production demands
Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
What We Offer
Location: One block from Restaurant Row with convenient access to highways and public transportation
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
Commuter Benefits: Tax-free Transit & Tax-free Discounted Parking Access
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.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $24.04-$28.85/hourly. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a workweek, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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Assistant Director Weigel Productions is seeking an intellectually curious, strong communicator, and hardworking individual to join its creative team in our Chicago West Loop studios.
About The Role
Work directly with Weigel’s Creative team, Director and Production team to execute all show related elements
Assist in creation of multiple productions
Focus on overall show direction and production, applying technical expertise to creative vision
Apply strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
What You’ll Do
Provide support and fill in across key production roles during tapings, including Director/TD, camera operation, audio, and floor direction
Assist with daily production needs and deliver on site support during field shoots
Communicate clearly and proactively with cross functional teams
Perform additional duties as assigned
What You’ll Need
5-7 years of experience in a video production leadership role within broadcast, digital, or cable environments (required)
Prior directing experience (preferred)
Experience with studio videography, lighting, audio production, vMix streaming software, and Ross Xpression Graphics (preferred)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail with proven time management abilities
Flexibility to work evenings and weekends based on production demands
Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
What We Offer
Location: One block from Restaurant Row with convenient access to highways and public transportation
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
Commuter Benefits: Tax-free Transit & Tax-free Discounted Parking Access
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.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $24.04-$28.85/hourly. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a workweek, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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