Director Jobs in Champaign, IL

A Director in the broadcasting industry oversees the visual, audio, and cinematic aspects of a production. They play a crucial role in interpreting scripts, coordinating with the production crew, and guiding the cast to ensure the successful execution of the broadcast. They make important decisions regarding set design, camera angles, and other technical aspects. They may also be responsible for managing the budget, setting the schedule, and ensuring that the production adheres to legal and safety standards.

Potential Directors should have excellent leadership, communication, and creative skills. They should also have a deep understanding of broadcast technology and production processes. A degree in film, broadcasting, or a related field can be beneficial. Some important certifications they should have include Certified Broadcast Network Technologist (CBNT), Certified Radio Operator (CRO), and Certified Television Operator (CTO). Prior roles that provide valuable experience include being an Assistant Director, a Production Assistant, or a Broadcast Technician.

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Lifestyle Show, Producer/Coordinator

  • Champaign, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 8 days ago

WCIA in Champaign is looking for a full time producer/coordinator for our daily, one-hour lifestyle program called CiLiving. The program showcases local businesses and organizations in a way that...

Commercial Producer [Champaign]

  • Champaign, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 13 days ago

509 Creative is looking for an obnoxiously creative, flowing with ideas, technology loving individual to be a part of our creative team! 509 Creative is the media agency of WCIA-TV and currently...

Production Supervisor - 2nd Shift

  • Champaign, IL
  • 24 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 24 days ago

The Production Supervisor is a member of the plant leadership team and plays a key role in providing management and leadership to deliver business results and operational improvements. Under the...

Producer I, Commercial

  • Champaign, IL
  • 29 days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 29 days ago

509 Creative is looking for an obnoxiously creative, flowing with ideas, technology loving individual to be a part of our creative team! 509 Creative is the media agency of WCIA-TV and currently...

Broadcast / Digital Director [Champaign]

  • Champaign, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 30+ days ago

WCIA 3 the CBS affiliate in Champaign, Illinois, (Market #90) is actively recruiting for a Broadcast/Digital Director....

News Producer [Champaign]

  • Champaign, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 30+ days ago

The News Producer produces daily newscast items, decides the order in which stories will be told, writes teases and other content, times news programs, edits video, and posts video to the website....

Broadcast/Digital Director

  • Champaign, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 45+ days ago

WCIA 3 the CBS affiliate in Champaign, Illinois, (Market #90) is actively recruiting for a Broadcast/Digital Director....

Demographic Data for Champaign, IL

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National
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Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Professional Director Series: Fundamentals for Directors
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Policy Development for Directors
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Salary for Director Jobs in Champaign, IL

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Highest Education Level

Directors in Champaign, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
67.8%
Master's Degree
16.1%
Associate's Degree
5.8%
High School or GED
4.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.7%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.3%


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