Broadcast Director, WCPO

Scripps Media • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

The E.W Scripps company is hiring a Broadcast Director for WCPO in Cincinnati. Are you ready to be part of a fast-paced newsroom environment? The Broadcast Director will be responsible for leading our newscasts from our automated control room. In this role, you'll be the creative force behind our daily broadcasts while mentoring colleagues and delivering compelling content to our viewers.

Requirements

• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Specialized training/certification may be required
• Generally, 5+ years of experience in broadcast direction or related field preferred

Nice To Haves

• Ability to direct fast-paced rapidly changing productions for extended periods
• Working knowledge of state-of-the-art video switchers and effects
• Familiarity with routers, video servers, audio consoles, robotic studio cameras, graphics systems and studio production equipment
• Strong computer skills
• Effective communication and people skills
• Ability to perform constant viewing of multiple video and computer monitors
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Direct fast-paced, rapidly changing daily newscasts from our automated control room
• Collaborate with show producers using newsroom computer systems to create integrated automated show rundowns
• Lead control room crew for pre-production, studio shot planning and graphics integration
• Direct additional shows, production shoots and special reports assigned
• Assist with studio setups including lighting and other technical elements
• Serve as a resource and mentor for less experienced colleagues
• Work flexible hours including holidays, weekends, evenings, and possible overtime

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
• Education Level: Associate degree