Newscast Director

Sinclair & Co. • Portland, ME

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About The Position

WGME is looking for a Director for our Newscast. The perfect candidate will have experience with iNews and Ross Overdrive. They will be a team player that won't mind working across departments to ensure success. Their passion for local news will show in clean, tight newscasts. If this sounds like your next career step, we'd like to talk to you.

Requirements

• Experience Directing and TDing newscasts
• Knowledge of production standards and equipment
• Full working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to clearly give direction to crew while under pressure
• Typing and good spelling skills necessary
• Ability to read and write, college degree preferred
• Must be able to lift & position 40 pound lighting instruments

Responsibilities

• Perform any production duties as assigned including: Direct and TD any assigned newscasts and productions
• Create graphics daily using Photoshop and Deko
• Train production crew in cameras, audio, graphics, etc.
• Supervise production crew on a daily basis
• Maintain production studio and control room
• Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include website contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree