Newscast director

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company located in Bakersfield, California seeks a Newscast Director. In this role, you will coordinate all technical operations during newscasts, supervise the staff, and ensure a high-energy production. The ideal candidate should hold a high school diploma and have at least two years of experience in news operations and production. Excellent communication skills and proficiency with broadcasting equipment are necessary. The pay is between $18 - $20 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Fluency in English is essential.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in news operations and production.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate efforts of all technical operators during newscasts.
• Supervise and assign duties to technical staff.
• Train camera and CG operators for live broadcasts.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Proficiency with broadcast control equipment

Experience in news operations

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computers

Broadcast control equipment

Job description

Newscast director page is loaded## Newscast directorlocations: CA, Bakersfieldtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-39516The Newscast Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.* Coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions* Supervises and assigns duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of programs* Observes pictures through monitors and directs camera/video staff concerning composition* Acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments* Works with the news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscast* Trains camera and CG operators on the proper operation during live broadcasts* Switches video sources and given direction at the same time during live broadcasts* Tests equipment to ensure proper operation* Performs other duties as assigned Requirements & Skills: * High school diploma* Fluency in English* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written* Minimum two years’ experience in news operations and production. (Depending on market size)* Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment* Proficiency with broadcast control equipment* Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously* Pay level: $18 - $20, depending on experience