Live National News Control Room Director

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 117,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Paid Parental leave

Life insurance

Union positions may have benefits per-

Job summary

NewsNation is seeking an experienced Director to lead the execution of live national news and opinion programming from our New York Bureau. The Director serves as the operational leader of the control room, bringing together editorial vision, technical execution, and production teams to deliver compelling, accurate broadcasts.

The ideal candidate thrives in breaking news environments, communicates clearly under pressure, and can confidently lead teams through complex live television productions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of live television directing experience in a network, cable, or major-market broadcast environment.
• Strong understanding of control room operations, live news workflows, and broadcast production technology.
• Experience partnering with producers, technical teams, and on-air talent in fast-paced live production environments.
• Familiarity with newsroom computer systems such as ENPS, iNews, or similar platforms preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to make quick decisions and lead teams during breaking news and high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Direct live and pre-recorded broadcasts, ensuring smooth execution from show open through final segment.
• Lead control room, studio, and production teams, including Associate Directors, Audio Operators, Floor Directors, stage crews, and on-air talent.
• Execute breaking news coverage while managing changing priorities, timing adjustments, and evolving editorial needs.
• Collaborate with newsroom, graphics, and creative services teams to maximize visual storytelling and production value.
• Ensure clear communication and coordination across all broadcast stakeholders before, during, and after live productions.
• Troubleshoot operational and technical challenges in real time while maintaining a calm, professional control room environment.
• Collaborate with teams across New York, Chicago, and Washington, DC to support network-wide broadcasts and special event coverage.

Skills

Live TV Directing

Editorial leadership

Broadcast operations

Team leadership

Newsroom software ENPS/iNews

Tools

ENPS

iNews

Job description

NewsNation is seeking an experienced Director to lead the execution of live national news and opinion programming from our New York Bureau. The Director serves as the operational leader of the control room, bringing together editorial vision, technical execution, and production teams to deliver compelling, accurate broadcasts.

The ideal candidate thrives in breaking news environments, communicates clearly under pressure, and can confidently lead teams through complex live television productions