SPOTS AVAILABLE: ONE (1)
DURATION: SEVEN (7) DAYS (POSSIBILITY TO EXTEND)
TIMELINE: SEPTEMBER 2024
LOCATION: TORONTO, ON
TRAINERS: INSIGHT FREELANCE MULTI-CAM DIRECTOR AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR
TARGET: Black persons with some existing director skills (either in live television or other medium i.e. theatre, tv or film etc.) interested in transitioning to or furthering a career in television production.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Multi-Camera Director participant will shadow an experienced Multi-Camera Director on the live production of “The Legacy Awards.” The participant gains unprecedented access, working side-by-side with the Director and Creative Director of “The Legacy Awards” on the prep and production of the show. The Multi-Cam Director participant will learn how to possess strong technical knowledge of camera operation, framing, and visual storytelling, while managing multiple camera angles, shots, and transitions to deliver a compelling and seamless broadcast experience.
At the end of the Program, the participant will have acquired the necessary skills and a minimum of one (1) television production credit to further pursue a career in the field of direction.
ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES:
- Identify as Black
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada
- Ontario Resident
- 19 years old or older
- Self-starter with the ability to follow through until successful completion of assigned duties
- Ability to function effectively in an atmosphere subject to frequent changes and produce results
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong communication skills
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- High School Diploma
HOW TO APPLY:
- Email your Resume, Cover letter and Contact Information for two (2) references to BlackAcademySkills@insighttv.com or use the button below
- Please include “Multi-Camera Director” in the subject line of your email
- Please no phone calls. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For questions, please contact: BlackAcademySkills@insighttv.com