Newscast Director

NAB Leadership Foundation; Georgia; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Teladoc access to care

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

KHOU-TV, the TEGNA CBS affiliate in Houston, is seeking a Full Time Temporary Broadcast Director. The role directs daily live newscasts and recorded shows, using both automation and manual switching, coordinating with news, production, and technical teams.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical knowledge, the ability to maintain high quality on air, and familiarity with studio operations including floor directing, camera, teleprompter, graphics, audio, lighting, non-linear editing, CMS and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Communications or TV Production.
• Experience with production automation, video switchers, newsroom systems, video servers and graphics systems (3+ years preferred).
• Ability to adapt quickly for breaking news and unexpected events.
• Excellent communication and teamwork across multiple departments.
• Experience with ENPS, Chyron, BitCentral is a plus.
• Flexibility to work weekends, early mornings, nights or holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily live newscasts and recorded shows using automation and manual switching.
• Oversee the look of newscasts and on-air programming.
• Identify and correct potential problems before air.
• Troubleshoot technical systems when required.
• Use non-linear editing and CMS for programming, commercials and digital content.
• Carry out other production department duties as assigned.

Skills

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications or TV Production

Tools

Production automation

Video switchers

Newsroom computer systems

Video servers

Graphics systems

Job description

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

KHOU-TV, the TEGNA CBS affiliate in Houston seeks a Full Time Temporary Broadcast Director. The primary responsibility of this position is directing daily newscasts and other local programs, utilizing both production automation and manual switching operations. The Broadcast Director will work closely with our news, production, and technical teams to produce fast-paced, compelling and comprehensive newscasts and programs.

We are looking for someone to bring forward-thinking production ideas, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to manage quality control at a high level. In addition, the candidate must also be familiar with all studio operations, including floor directing, camera operation, teleprompter, graphics creation, audio, lighting, non-linear editing, content management systems and master control systems.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily live newscasts and recorded shows using both automation and manual switching.
• Oversee the overall look of newscasts and on-air programming.
• Identify and correct potential problems before they hit air.
• Troubleshooting technical systems when required.
• Use non-linear editing and content management systems for programming, commercial and digital content creation.
• Other production department duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications or TV Production or related degree preferred or equivalent experience may be substituted.
• Experience (3 years preferred) with production automation, video switchers, newsroom computer systems, video servers, and graphics systems.
• Ability to adapt quickly and respond effectively for breaking news and unexpected events.
• Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on working as a team with multiple departments.
• Experience with ENPS, Chyron, and BitCentral systems is a plus
• Flexible scheduling: this position includes weekends, and may also cover early mornings, nights, or holidays as needed.

Benefits:

• TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families.
• TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage;
• fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance;
• disability and life insurance.
• Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1%—80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
• Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
• TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
• * Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

EEO statement

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email [e-mail]