# Freelance Show Director, DC Bureau

Hiring organization: [Supercast](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/supercast)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/a2a424e7-d9b7-4eda-a433-d2ef779aa612

Listed on Supercast's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: contract
- Location: Washington, DC
- Salary: 65 – 70 USD per hour

## Summary

Fox News is seeking a freelance show director for their Washington, D.C. bureau to plan and direct live news broadcasts and special events in a fast-paced control room environment. The role requires extensive experience managing editorial teams and technical staff to execute high-quality programming under deadline pressure.

_Our summary, not Supercast's wording._

## Required

- 5+ years directing live television news and specials
- Proficiency in conventional and automation directing
- Ability to work seamlessly with producers, on-air talent, and technical staff
- Leadership and composure under intense pressure
- Strong analytical and technical skills
- Flexibility to work all shifts in a 24/7/365 breaking news environment
- Knowledge of current events and news

## Nice to have

- Technical director skills
- Demo reel and director track available

Apply on Supercast's site: https://fox.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Domestic/job/Washington-District-of-Columbia-USA/Freelance-Show-Director--DC-Bureau_R50032772