Director

Job Description

The E.W. Scripps Company is hiring for a Director III role at KXXV in Waco. 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-r04mxm-3-21-97-60-42 in your application.