• Newscast Director

    Nexstar Media Group (Colorado Springs, CO)


    Newscast Director

    KXRM-TV, FOX21

    Colorado Springs, CO

     

    Would you like to be part of the largest Media Company in the US? Owned by Nexstar Media Group, KXRM-TV FOX21 in beautiful Colorado Springs is seeking a Newscast Director for the morning newscast and Lifestyle show. Do you work well under pressure and stay cool when situations become challenging? Can you make quick decisions when timing is of the essence? If so, we would love to talk with you about directing the most entertaining AM newscast and the only Lifestyle show in the market.

     

    + Coordinates the technical operation of the studio during newscasts and other productions

    + Observes video/graphics through monitors, verifies quality and accuracy real time

    + Acts as a liaison on technical matters between the News and Engineering departments

    + Works with the producers and talent to deliver a quality high energy newscast

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

    + Adjusts robotic cameras, graphics engines, and audio console when needed

    + 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

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

    + Knowledge of Ross OverDrive and Xpression

    + Knowledge of AP ENPS, Ross robotic cameras, Adobe Premiere is a plus

    + Proficiency with broadcast control equipment

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

    + This position also helps with graphics for the shows

     

    Compensation

     

    + Compensation range from $19.23/hr + commensurate with experience and skill level.

    + Benefits include Medical, dental, vision, Life Insurance, and 401K with company match.

     

    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.