Newscast Director

Sinclair Broadcast Group • Reno, NV

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About The Position

The Newscast Director at News4/FOX11 is a television news production role responsible for directing live newscasts, coordinating the production crew, and ensuring broadcasts run smoothly and professionally. The position performs production duties as assigned, including directing newscasts and productions using Ross Overdrive, training and supervising production crew members, and maintaining the production studio and control room. Other related tasks may include contributing to the website.

Requirements

• Experience directing newscasts with Ross Overdrive.
• Knowledge of production standards and equipment.
• Ability to clearly give direction to crew while under pressure.
• Typing and good spelling skills.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to lift and position 40-pound lighting instruments.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct assigned newscasts and productions using Ross Overdrive.
• Train new production crew members.
• Supervise the production crew on a daily basis.
• Maintain the production studio and control room.
• Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include website contribution.

Benefits

• Great benefits
• Open-door policy
• Upward mobility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed