News Production Director/Trainer

Fort Myers Broadcasting Co • Fort Myers, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

WINK News-Southwest Florida’s news leader has an immediate opening for a News Production Director/Trainer to work with our Production team. This position is responsible for coordinating the overall look and presentation of a fast-paced newscast.

Requirements

• Prior experience working with ROSS switchers and XPressions graphics.
• Able to effectively communicate with producers and production crew to facilitate all production elements.
• Ability to work in a rapid, fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Clear verbal and written communication in person, by phone, and via video.
• Able to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Visual and auditory ability to operate standard office, recording, and production equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the overall look and presentation of a fast-paced newscast.
• Train directors, and control room staff on Ross OverDrive operation, coding, and best practices
• Develop and reinforce standard operating procedures for automation-driven newscasts
• Guide new team members on timing, shot selection, and clean execution in a live control room environment
• Identify and resolve real-time technical issues involving automation, switcher, graphics, and playback systems
• Collaborate with engineering to diagnose recurring issues and improve system reliability
• Serve as a go-to resource for control room troubleshooting and workflow optimization

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and HSA (effective 1st of the month after 30 days; subject to plan terms)
• Company-paid life insurance and EAP; voluntary short-term disability
• PTO (accrual-based) and company-paid holidays
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

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