Operations Director
Hearst•Sacramento, CA
•$45,032 - $56,524
About The Position
KCRA/KQCA TV, a Hearst Television station in Sacramento, is hiring a full-time Operations Director for live newscasts. The role is responsible for the technical execution of linear live and live-to-tape local news and programming. The Operations Director directs, instructs, and cues talent and production crew members, and operates graphic and clip playback servers, automated audio setups, and robotic camera control systems. This is an IBEW Union position and reports to the News Operations Manager.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in studio production and/or directing at a commercial television station.
- Experience operating broadcast equipment such as switchers, audio boards, and cameras.
- Ability to manage the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production.
- Willingness to work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with ENPS, VIZ RT graphics, and Bitcentral video playback.
- Bilingual experience.
- Related military experience will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the visual direction of newscasts.
- Provide creative input and work with the newscast producer and production crew.
- Ensure clean technical execution of the newscast’s look.
- Call and punch a newscast.
- Direct, instruct, and cue talent and production crew members.
- Operate graphic and clip playback servers, automated audio setups, and robotic camera control systems.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional wellness support
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- LGBTQ+ health services
- Additional benefits to meet employee and family needs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
