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The Newscast Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions. If you are a problem solver, multi-tasker, and have great attention to detail, then this job is for you!

+ Directs live newscasts using ENPS, Ross OverDrive, & Ross Xpression

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

+ Acts as a liaison between engineering, news, and production departments

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

+ Will operate studio cameras and prepare prompter for each newscast

+ Switch video sources while being able to be given direction at the same time during live broadcasts

+ Tests equipment to ensure proper operation

+ This position will also work shifts in Master Control at times

+ Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills :

+ High school diploma required, degree in related field preferred

+ Fluency in English - Bilingual Spanish a plus

+ Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment

+ Experience in news operations and production is preferred

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

+ Proficiency with broadcast control equipment

+ Experience with Ross OverDrive and ENPS is preferred

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

+ You must be able to work flexible hours which includes early mornings, weekends and holidays

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.