Newscast Director Weekend

Job Description

The Newscast Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.

KX news looking for somebody to lead our weekend newscast production on weekends. This position is full time so they will also work some weekdays every week participating in different duties, up to and including directing.

Broadcast education is not necessary, but we are looking for somebody with career aspirations.
• Coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions
• Supervises and assigns duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of programs
• Observes pictures through monitors and directs camera/video staff concerning composition
• Acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments
• Works with the news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscast
• Trains camera and CG operators on the proper operation during live broadcasts
• Switches video sources and given direction at the same time during live broadcasts
• Tests equipment to ensure proper operation
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:
• High school diploma
• Fluency in English000
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Troubleshooting and Problem Solving Ability
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Proficiency with broadcast control equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gwyb5k-3-149-233-6-42 in your application.