Morning Broadcast Director

Forum Communications Company • Fargo, ND

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Technically directs morning TV Newscasts from studio or remotely for live broadcast or electronic recording. Is the point person for all production newscasts. Oversee the production of the live and pre-recorded television programs, ensuring that the final output meets the standards of the broadcaster.

Requirements

• High School diploma.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work quickly and efficiently under pressure.
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks at once.
• Must be flexible with scheduling, including but not limited to, breaking news and illness.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Must be able to work weekdays between the hours of 4am-2pm plus holidays.

Responsibilities

• Technically directs assigned newscasts.
• Work with the Newsroom to provide support for technical issues.
• Work closely with a team of production professionals and news producers to place the most compelling news stories on the air.
• Ingests paid content and others as assigned.
• Produce teases and various video requirements.
• Acts as liaison between news anchors and production during newscasts.
• Maintain prompt and reliable attendance.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision packages
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Additional options for critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
• Retirement benefits with company match
• Generous PTO and paid volunteer hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED