Newscast Director

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Jackson, MS

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About The Position

The Newscast Director coordinates and supervises technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions. The role works with news producers to deliver clean, high-energy newscasts, directs camera and video staff on composition, and switches video sources while giving direction during live broadcasts. The Newscast Director also serves as a liaison between engineering and production, trains camera and CG operators, and tests equipment to ensure proper operation. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum of two years of experience in news operations and production, depending on market size.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines, and other office equipment.
• Proficiency with broadcast control equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the efforts of technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.
• Supervise and assign duties to workers engaged in technical control and program production.
• Observe pictures through monitors and direct camera and video staff concerning composition.
• Act as a liaison between engineering and production departments.
• Work with news producers to deliver a clean and high-energy newscast.
• Train camera and CG operators on proper operation during live broadcasts.
• Switch video sources and give direction during live broadcasts.
• Test equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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