Daniel Calhoun
Live Television Studio Director
Lansdale,PA
Summary
Professional leader with significant experience inside the studio control room, focused on driving impactful results. Skilled in team collaboration, project coordination, and strategic planning. Adaptable to changing needs, fostering reliable and goal-oriented environment. Strong expertise in creative direction and technical knowledge.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Studio Director
Accuweather Headquarters
State College, Pennsylvania
06.2020 - 11.2025
- Responsible for the directing of live broadcasts for the Accuweather Network.
- Established an effective studio workflow by coordinating cross-functional teams and setting clear expectations for all stakeholders.
- 9 years of operating Ross video board.
- Confirming that all broadcast lives and recordings are finished with high quality and correct content before reaching the network channel.
- 7 years operating Ross OverDrive program.
- Monitored production operations for quality and compliance with standards.
- Following the Producer's Inception rundown efficiently and effectively.
- Monitoring the network to ensure no technical issues with live broadcasts.
Video Technician Engineer
Accuweather Headquarters
State College, Pennsylvania
06.2016 - 08.2020
- Prepping the equipment used for the broadcasts.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Enhanced video quality by calibrating and adjusting equipment settings for optimal performance.
- Floor directing role during live broadcasts.
- Ensured high-quality audiovisual experience for audiences by monitoring equipment performance during live events.
- Collaborated closely with sound technicians, ensuring seamless integration of audio and visual elements in productions.
Education
B.S. - Media Television Studies
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA12.2014
Skills
- Seven years of live television experience
- Teamwork, organization and planning
- Media production oversight
- Skilled in addressing technical challenges promptly
- Experienced in technical applications
- Skilled in video production tools
- Video editing expertise
- Ross video board utilization
- Experience with Ross OverDrive program
- Efficient knowledge of building and coding live television programs
- Proficient in directing live broadcasts for nearly six years
Timeline
Assistant Studio Director
Accuweather Headquarters
06.2020 - 11.2025
Video Technician Engineer
Accuweather Headquarters
06.2016 - 08.2020
B.S. - Media Television Studies
Pennsylvania State University