• Director I, Newscast

    Nexstar Media Group (Sioux Falls, SD)


    The Newscast Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.

     

    + Coordinates the efforts of all technical operators and technical equipment during newscasts and other live and recorded productions

    + Observes pictures through monitors and directs newscasts via Ross Overdrive system

    + Works with news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscast

    + Switches video sources via automated systems and gives direction at the same time during live broadcasts

    + Tests equipment to ensure proper operation

    + Performs other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager

    Requirements & Skills :

    + High school diploma

    + Excellent communications skills, both oral and written

    + Minimum two years’ experience in news operations and production

    + Experience with broadcast control equipment

    + Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously