Director

Job Description

The E.W. Scripps Company is hiring for a Director III position at KTNV & KMCC. They will direct the station's newscasts from the news automated control room while acting as resource for colleagues with less experience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Direct or technical direct assigned daily newscasts.
• Work with show producers using newsroom computer system to create an integrated automated show rundown.
• Direct control room crew for pre-production, studio shot planning and graphics integration.
• Direct other shows, production shoots and special reports as assigned.
• Assist with studio setups including but not limited to lighting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Specialized training/certification may be required
• Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
• Must have the ability to direct fast-pace rapidly changing productions for extended periods.
• Working knowledge of state-of-the-art video switchers and effects.
• Familiar with routers, video servers, audio consoles, robotic studio cameras, graphics systems and studio production equipment.
• Strong computer skills.
• Effective communication and people skills.
• Ability to perform constant viewing of multiple video and computer monitors

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Flexible work hours required, including holidays, weekends, evenings and possible overtime hours

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gqw561-18-191-103-228-42 in your application.