Live News Director & Producer

Nexstar Media Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Newscast Director in San Diego, CA. Responsibilities include overseeing news presentation and production aspects, generating production reports, and calling live broadcasts. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or Television Production and have at least five years of relevant experience. Excellent organizational and communication skills are necessary, as well as proficiency in production technologies. Compensation starts at $22/hr, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of professional experience in television production and directing.
• Strong understanding of news video and audio production equipment technologies.
• Ability to work well under deadlines and pressure.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate overall look and presentation of news production.
• Generate daily Production Reports detailing technical and operational notes.
• Call direct daily newscasts and other original productions.

Skills

Leadership and communication

Organizational skills

Technical understanding of production equipment

Decision-making under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or Television Production

Tools

Microsoft Office/Outlook

Ross Overdrive

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a Newscast Director in San Diego, CA. Responsibilities include overseeing news presentation and production aspects, generating production reports, and calling live broadcasts. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or Television Production and have at least five years of relevant experience. Excellent organizational and communication skills are necessary, as well as proficiency in production technologies. Compensation starts at $22/hr, depending on experience.