• Newscast Director

    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 during newscasts and other live and recorded productions

    + Supervises and assigns duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of programs

    + Observes pictures through monitors and directs camera/video staff concerning composition

    + Acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments

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

    + Trains camera and CG operators on the proper operation during live broadcasts

    + Switches video sources and given direction at the same time during live broadcasts

    + Tests equipment to ensure proper operation

    + Performs other duties as assigned

    Requirements & Skills :

    + High school diploma

    + Fluency in English

    + Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

    + Minimum two years’ experience in news operations and production. (Depending on market size)

    + Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment

    + Proficiency with broadcast control equipment

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