Live Newscast Director – Ross Overdrive Expert

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

News4/FOX11 in Reno, NV is seeking a Newscast Director to direct live newscasts, coordinate the production team, and ensure broadcasts run smoothly and professionally. The role involves directing broadcasts with Ross Overdrive, training and supervising the production crew, maintaining the control room and studio, and contributing to on-air quality and website updates as needed.

Previous experience directing newscasts and knowledge of production standards are essential, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Experience directing newscasts with Ross Overdrive.
• Knowledge of production standards and equipment.
• Ability to clearly give direction to crew while under pressure.
• Typing and good spelling skills necessary.
• Ability to read and write; college degree preferred.
• Must be able to lift & position 40-pound lighting instruments.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Direct any assigned newscasts and productions using Ross Overdrive.
• Train new production crew members.
• Supervise production crew on a daily basis.
• Maintain production studio and control room.
• Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include website contribution.

Skills

Experience directing newscasts with

Education

College degree preferred

Job description

News4/FOX11 in Reno, NV is seeking a Newscast Director to direct live newscasts, coordinate the production team, and ensure broadcasts run smoothly and professionally. The role involves directing broadcasts with Ross Overdrive, training and supervising the production crew, maintaining the control room and studio, and contributing to on-air quality and website updates as needed.

Previous experience directing newscasts and knowledge of production standards are essential, and the ability to work