Newscast Director

Overview

The Newscast Director 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 gives directions at the same time during live broadcasts. Tests equipment to ensure proper operation. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Supervise and assign duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of programs.
• Observe pictures through monitors and direct camera/video staff concerning composition.
• Act as a liaison between engineering and production departments.
• Work with news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscast.
• Train camera and CG operators on the proper operation during live broadcasts.
• Switch video sources and give direction at the same time during live broadcasts.
• Test equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 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.

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.