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Nexstar Media Group Newscast Director in Raleigh, North Carolina
The Newscast Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.
Direct a live fast paced local newscast using Sony ELC production automation, Ross XPression, Bitcentral playout, and Calrec Brio
Supervise on-air talent, technicians, and floor directors
Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of studio/remote broadcasting technology including automated servers, graphics systems, and editing. ENPS and Sony ELC experience preferred
Collaborate with newscast producers to create & execute the content, tone, structure and pace of the newscast
Contribute creativity and ideas that enhance the final product
Must be able to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Coordinates with the News and Creative Services Departments to achieve the graphic elements of the newscast
Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years of experience Directing.
News applicants only please .
Early Mornings, Evenings, weekends, and holidays will be a part of the schedule.
Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field preferred.
Must be able to handle face paced live broadcasts and remain calm during breaking news.
Please be prepared to furnish current references and shows (with director's track).
Candidate should be a problem solver and quick thinker to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live news.
Must have strong communication skills, oral and written.
*All employees must first contact their current manager before applying for an Internal position.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.
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