Lead Broadcast News Director — High-Impact Local Newscasts

Fox Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 61,860 - 88,104; Full time

Job summary

FOX News Channel in New York is looking for a Director to lead high-content local newscasts and coordinate technical aspects of the broadcasts. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of major market directing experience in a fast-paced environment.

You will need manual and ELC directing experience, teamwork skills, and the ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The role pays $54.43 per hour, as per union agreement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of major market directing experience at a commercial broadcast station.
• Experience in a fast-paced news environment.
• Ability to coordinate technical requirements for broadcasts.

Responsibilities

• Direct high-content, fast-paced local newscasts.
• Coordinate with news and production departments for clean broadcasts.
• Assist News Producer with technical aspects of newscasts.

Skills

Manual directing experience

ELC directing experience

Team player

Ability to work flexible hours

Job description

FOX News Channel in New York is looking for a Director to lead high-content local newscasts and coordinate technical aspects of the broadcasts. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of major market directing experience in a fast-paced environment.

You will need manual and ELC directing experience, teamwork skills, and the ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The role pays $54.43 per hour, as per union agreement.