Newscast Director

Sinclair Broadcast Group•Reno, NV

About The Position

The Newscast Director at News4/FOX11 is responsible for directing live newscasts and other assigned productions, coordinating and supervising the production crew, and helping ensure broadcasts run smoothly and professionally. The role also includes maintaining the production studio and control room, training new production crew members, and performing other related tasks as assigned, which may include contributing to the website. The position requires experience directing newscasts with Ross Overdrive, knowledge of production standards and equipment, and the ability to give clear direction under pressure. The role requires weekend and holiday availability and the ability to lift and position 40-pound lighting instruments. A college degree is preferred, but not required.

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 contributing to the website.