Broadcast Director Jobs

Broadcast Director jobs are open across television networks, streaming platforms, sports media, news organizations, and advertising agencies, at every level from associate director to executive broadcast director, with specializations in live production, news direction, and post-production. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles13
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerNTT
Top cityStanford, CA
Work type100% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Business Development Director - Broadcast Americas
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Business Development Director - Broadcast Americas
Skyline Communications
Oregon
Business Strategy
Growth Marketing
Product Management

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KMUW Director Broadcast Maintenance Engineering
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KMUW Director Broadcast Maintenance Engineering
KMUW-FM Wichita Public Radio
Wichita, Kansas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
$56k - $58k/yr
11-50

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2027 Summer Video Broadcast Computer Director Internship
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2027 Summer Video Broadcast Computer Director Internship
Waterloo Bucks Baseball
Waterloo, Iowa
Biotech & Life Sciences
Laboratory Research
Research & Academia

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Senior Director, Broadcast Engineering
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Senior Director, Broadcast Engineering
Fox Corporation
Tempe, Arizona
Business Development
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
$179k - $215k/yr
51-200

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Senior Director of Broadcast Engineering and Operations
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Senior Director of Broadcast Engineering and Operations
Pacers Sports & Entertainment
Indianapolis, Indiana
Accounting
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
1,001-5,000

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Broadcast Director Job Market

Who's Hiring

NTT1 open role
Paramount1 open role
Legends Global1 open role

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in broadcast director jobs.

  • 5+ years of experience directing live or recorded broadcast productions
  • Proficiency with studio camera systems, production switchers, and prompter software
  • Experience coordinating with technical directors, producers, and on-air talent
  • Strong knowledge of graphics, chyron systems, and broadcast transmission standards
  • Bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism, film, communications, or a related field
  • Ability to direct under tight deadlines in a fast-paced live environment

Tips for Your Broadcast Director Job Search

Tailor your resume to live production

Broadcast director roles split sharply between live and recorded production. If you're targeting live news or sports, your resume should lead with floor directing, IFB coordination, and fast-turnaround experience rather than general production credits.

Show your reel before the interview

Most hiring managers screen broadcast director candidates on the strength of a demo reel before they read a resume closely. Lead your application with a direct link to a reel that highlights your best-directed segments, not a generic portfolio page.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists broadcast director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that name your format

Job postings for broadcast directors vary significantly by format: news, sports, entertainment, and digital streaming each demand different reflexes and tools. Filter your search by format keywords so you're applying to roles where your specific experience translates directly.

Prepare technical answers for the interview

Expect interviewers at television stations and networks to ask how you've handled technical failures mid-broadcast, managed a director's cut under time pressure, or coordinated with a TD on a multi-camera setup. Prepare two or three specific stories before your first call.

Negotiate start date around your contract

Many broadcast directors are leaving staff roles that include notice periods or non-compete clauses tied to ratings seasons. When you receive an offer, confirm in writing that your start date accounts for your current obligations before accepting.

Broadcast Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most broadcast directors?

The companies hiring the most broadcast directors right now include NTT, Paramount, and Legends Global, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Network affiliates, regional sports networks, and streaming production companies consistently account for the bulk of active postings.

How many broadcast director jobs are remote?

About 100% of broadcast director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most directing roles. The sub-areas most compatible with remote work include digital-only productions, podcast video direction, and post-production oversight roles where on-site presence is not required for every session.

How do you become a broadcast director?

Most broadcast directors start as production assistants or floor directors, then advance through associate director roles before taking the director chair. Building experience across multiple formats, earning fluency in live switching and camera blocking, and accumulating a strong demo reel are the practical steps that move candidates forward. Relationships with producers and technical directors built over years of floor work matter as much as formal credentials.

Can you get hired as a broadcast director with little experience?

Entry into broadcast directing almost always starts below the director title, in floor directing, production assistant, or studio camera roles. Candidates with no traditional broadcast background have landed assistant director roles by demonstrating deep knowledge of live production workflows, bringing a reel from student or independent productions, and targeting smaller local stations or digital-native outlets where staffing is leaner and advancement faster.

What does the broadcast director interview process look like?

Most broadcast director interviews begin with a screening call focused on your production background and reel, followed by a panel interview with a news director, executive producer, or chief engineer. Technical questions about live production scenarios, failure recovery, and multi-camera coordination are standard. Some employers conduct a working interview or ask you to walk through how you'd direct a specific segment format before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to broadcast director jobs?

You can find and apply to broadcast director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your format experience and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing. The page you're on now shows active broadcast director openings updated regularly.

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