Newscast Director

Job Description

WCIV is seeking a Newscast Director / Technical Director. You should have experience Directing fast-paced newscasts with multiple live shots, graphics, video animations, and multiple studio cameras; and experience Directing and TDing newscasts in a non-automated control room setting.

Responsibilities:
• Work as a liaison between the News & Engineering Department.
• Maintain production studio and control room.
• Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include website contribution.
• Maintain a strong level of daily communication and collaboration with producers, talent, and the production team.
• Strive to maintain a high degree of production value with strong attention to production aesthetics, accuracy, and show pacing.
• Participate in pre-show planning for special show segments, provide guidance and work with the crew on sets, lighting, and shot blocking.
• Direct or act as crew for newscasts, special studio, and remote productions.
• Provide clear concise communication and direction with management, producers, engineering staff, producers, and talent.
• React in a calm and effective manner to fast-paced, 'live' television and multimedia environments.
• Participate in training less experienced production staff as needed.
• Be a positive team player who possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Requirements:
• Degree in a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of INews, Xpression, and Ross switchers a plus.
• Knowledge of Ross Overdrive or similar a plus.
• Possess strong organizational skills, be self-motivated and have a good visual sense. Must be able to work well under pressure, thrive on deadlines and work a flexible schedule.
• Have the ability to clearly give direction to crew while under pressure.

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d51350-3-148-145-157-42 in your application.