- Direct live and recorded news programs, ensuring smooth execution of scripts, visuals, and technical elements.
- Coordinate with producers, presenters, and technical teams to maintain the highest production quality.
- Implement creative camera angles, lighting setups, and studio movements to enhance visual storytelling.
- Troubleshoot technical issues during live broadcasts to minimize disruptions.
- Supervise and guide cameramen, floor managers, sound engineers, and other crew members.
- Adhere to Asharq's guidelines and technical standards.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Media Production, Film & Television, Broadcasting, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 7–10 years in live TV production, with at least 3 years in a Studio Director role at a major news network.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in broadcast production systems, vision mixing, robotic cameras, and newsroom automation tools.
• Leadership Skills: Strong ability to manage teams in high-pressure environments.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Media Production, Film and Television, Broadcasting, or a related field
- 7-10 years of experience in live television production
- At least 3 years of experience as a Studio Director at a major news network
- Proficiency in broadcast production systems
- Proficiency in vision mixing
- Proficiency with robotic cameras
- Proficiency in newsroom automation tools
- Strong ability to manage teams in high-pressure environments
What We Do
Asharq is a 24/7, multiplatform Arabic-language news service operated under the Saudi Research and Media Group (SRMG). Launched in November 2020, it delivers television and digital coverage of regional and global news, with particular emphasis on economic and financial affairs. Its portfolio includes general news, Asharq Business with Bloomberg, analysis, and technology-enabled content distributed across websites, social media, and other formats.
