Director, Newscast

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Richmond, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The WRIC News Director must have the ability to operate the Ross OverDrive Production System to direct newscasts, breaking news, and other productions in a live television broadcast setting. Ability to work under pressure in changing conditions of live television. Ability to work a variety of shifts. This open position is for Tuesday-Saturday AM. Working knowledge of newscast production and production workflow, as well as studio operations.

Requirements

• BA or BS degree in Communications or Mass Communications with emphasis on Television Production or related experience
• Minimum of two years of television directing experience preferred.
• Strong communications skills.
• Reliable and motivated to fulfill obligation; ability to work independently and without supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Automated Audio, Vinten Robotic Cameras, Ross XPression Graphics, and AP ENPS.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Ross OverDrive Production System to direct newscasts, breaking news, and other productions in a live television broadcast setting.
• Work under pressure in changing conditions of live television.
• Work a variety of shifts (Tuesday-Saturday AM).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level