Head of Live News Operations

Hearst Communications, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 45,032 - 56,524; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Job summary

Hearst Communications, Inc. in Sacramento is seeking a full-time Operations Director for live newscasts. The ideal candidate will manage production teams and handle technical aspects of newscasts.

Responsibilities include overseeing visual direction and ensuring smooth execution while requiring at least 2 years of production experience. Additionally, flexibility for varied shifts is essential, as well as experience with relevant broadcasting tools.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in studio production and/or directing at a commercial television station.
• Must be willing to work varied shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Related military experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the visual direction of newscasts.
• Provide creative input to newscast producer and production crew.
• Ensure clean technical execution of the newscast.

Skills

Studio production experience

Broadcast equipment operation

Ability to handle time-sensitive production

Bilingual experience

Tools

ENPS

VIZ RT graphics

Bitcentral video playback

Job description

Hearst Communications, Inc. in Sacramento is seeking a full-time Operations Director for live newscasts. The ideal candidate will manage production teams and handle technical aspects of newscasts.

Responsibilities include overseeing visual direction and ensuring smooth execution while requiring at least 2 years of production experience. Additionally, flexibility for varied shifts is essential, as well as experience with relevant broadcasting tools.