Sports and Production Director Job North Platte area,Nebraska USA,Creative Arts/Media

Sports & Production Director

Eagle Communications is seeking a Sports & Production Director for a cluster of 5 Employee-Owned radio stations. Job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, creating compelling play-by-play of area high school sports teams, assigning commercial production, and assisting with LIVE Severe Weather Coverage and on-air live events at client locations.

Founded in 1948, Eagle Communications is a Kansas based media company. The company operates 32 radio stations in Kansas, Nebraska, and Missouri. In addition to radio, the company offers online solutions, web development, video production and creative services
- All for the purpose of supporting the communities we serve to grow and remain vibrant.

This position is located in North Platte, Nebraska.

Experience:

Radio and communications experience preferred
Journalism, writing, and public speaking
Understands the rules of most sports from study and/or from having played the game(s)
Experience with Adobe Audition and open broadcast video software
College degree preferred but not necessary
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

Requirements:

Writes, and produces multiple Sportscasts for AIR and Web Page daily
Provides play-by-play on-air and video online broadcasts for North Platte High School sporting events
As Production Director, assigns commercial production, Produces Commercials with Adobe Audition, and loads commercial inventory into Nexgen Automation Machines daily. Works with Traffic Director
Provide on-air talent for client live events
During Spring and Summer, assist with potential LIVE Severe Weather Coverage with possible air shift(s)
Other duties may be deemed appropriate by management

Compensation is commensurate with experience along with a competitive benefits package including health insurance, 401k, paid vacation, and employee stock ownership plan. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Eagle Communications is an Employee-Owned company and an EEO employer. The selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check and motor vehicle check.