Newscast Director

WLUK/WCWF has an immediate full-time opening for the position of Newscast Director!

Responsibilities:

• • Direct newscasts using iNews and Grass Valley Ignite automated production systems
• • Maintain strong level of daily communication and collaboration with producers, talent, and production team
• • Strive to maintain a high degree of production value with strong attention to production aesthetics, accuracy, and show pacing
• • Assist with pre-production and post-show production, including creation and organization of graphic material using Adobe Creative Suite, Chyron Prime, and other tools
• • Participate in pre-show planning for special show segments, provide guidance and work with crew on sets, lighting, and shot blocking
• • Cross train and rotate through other control room and studio positions
• • Help train, mentor, and supervise production crew
• • Work with team to maintain studio and control room working environment and systems
• • Direct or act as crew for special studio or remote productions
• • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• • Position requires a positive team player who possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills
• • Strong IT skills and experience directing newscasts using "Ignite" or “Ross Overdrive” automated production system preferred
• • Ability to clearly give direction to crew while working under pressure
• • Strong knowledge of production standards and equipment
• • Experience using Adobe Creative Suite and Chyron Prime
• • Typing and good spelling skills necessary
• • Ability to read and write, college degree preferred
• • Must be able to lift & position 40-pound lighting instruments
• • Must have valid driver’s license with clean record

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.