Broadcast Director: Lead Live News & Debates

Cox Media Group, LLC.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

WSB TV Atlanta, part of Cox Media Group, seeks a Broadcast Director to lead live and taped newscasts, weather-driven coverage, and related programs including webcasts, OTT, sports specials, and political debates.

You will work with show producers, studio staff and technicians to deliver clean, high-quality broadcasts that meet the Cox standard and brand, with schedules that may include early mornings, evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years directing experience in a medium or major market.
• Proficiency in newscast automation systems (Ignite, Ross Overdrive, Sony ELC).
• Familiarity with Avid, ENPS, INEWS, News Cutter, Chyron and robotics is preferred.
• Ability to adapt to news technology.

Responsibilities

• Directs live and taped newscasts in collaboration with show producers, floor directors and editors.
• Pre-show collaboration to ensure fast-paced, clean, high-standard productions.

Skills

Directing experience

Newscast automation

News tech adaptability

Tools

Ignite

Ross Overdrive

Sony ELC

Avid

ENPS

INEWS

News Cutter

Vinten Robotics

Chyron

Job description

WSB TV Atlanta, part of Cox Media Group, seeks a Broadcast Director to lead live and taped newscasts, weather-driven coverage, and related programs including webcasts, OTT, sports specials, and political debates.

You will work with show producers, studio staff and technicians to deliver clean, high-quality broadcasts that meet the Cox standard and brand, with schedules that may include early mornings, evenings and weekends.