Live News Director & Broadcast Tech Expert

Georgia Association of Broadcasters

Augusta (GA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 56,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Augusta TV LLC, WFXG Fox 54 in Augusta, GA is seeking a News Specialist to manage TV news production end-to-end. The role directs, shoots, edits, and operates graphics and automation for live and taped broadcasts.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in live television production with strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving under pressure; familiarity with Ross Overdrive and Master Control is a plus.

Qualifications

Experience in live television production preferred.
Strong communication and multitasking under high stress.
Knowledge of computers and broadcast standards required.
Minimum 1 year experience in live TV production.

Responsibilities

Direct live and taped productions using Ross Overdrive.
Troubleshoot equipment to ensure high-quality broadcasts.
Collaborate with producers to support News Dept. and viewers.
Insert Ross Overdrive codes for live execution.
Operate robotic cameras, graphics servers, audio and switcher.
Preview graphics/video for accuracy before air.
Monitor on-air signals and Master Control automation.
Maintain photography equipment and news vehicles as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Live television production

Communication

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Broadcast standards

Tools

Ross Overdrive

Master Control

Robotic Cameras

Video Servers

Non-linear editing

Sony Cameras

Panasonic Cameras

Job description

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in live television production with strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving under pressure; familiarity with Ross Overdrive and Master Control is a plus.

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