Newscast Director

RateMyStation; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSBT in South Bend, IN seeks a Director for our Newscast to lead production, direct newscasts, and manage studio operations under tight deadlines. The role requires hands-on experience with automation systems and a strong newsroom discipline.

The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of NRCS/ENPS, Ross Carbonite, and related equipment, plus the ability to coordinate with crew while maintaining quality broadcasts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to direct
• Knowledge of Ross Overdrive or equivalent automated systems
• Working knowledge of NRCS (ENPS)
• Stage manager experience is a plus
• Knowledge of production standards and equipment
• Typing and good spelling skills
• Able to read and write
• Lift and position 40 lb lighting instruments

Responsibilities

• Directing newscasts and production duties as assigned
• Maintain production studio and control room
• Operate in a computer-assisted environment during newscasts
• Assist with website contributions
• Provide clear direction to crew under pressure

Skills

Directing

Adobe Creative Suite

Newsroom under pressure

Typing / spelling

Reading and writing

Lifting 40 lb lighting gear

Education

Some College Preferred

Tools

Ross Overdrive

NRCS/ENPS

Ross Carbonite

Ross Overdrive or equivalent

Job description

# Newscast DirectorWSBT* South Bend, IN* TBA* Full Time522Apply Now###### Job Description**WSBT** is looking for a Director for our Newscast.###### **Responsibilities:****•** Perform any production duties as assigned including: **•** Ross Overdrive Automation System **•** Maintain production studio and control room **•** Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include website contribution###### **Requirements:****•** Must be able to direct **•** Knowledge of Ross Overdrive or equivalent automated systems - helpful **•** Possess a working knowledge of NRCS (preferably ENPS) , video servers, graphic playout systems (preferably Ross Carbonite), video routers, switchers, robotic cameras, and wireless lavalier microphones **•** Stage manager experience is a plus **•** A strong sense of newscast structure, significant hands-on experience operating in a computer assisted environment, the ability to work well under pressure, exceptional organizational skills and the ability to easily adapt to breaking news situations **•** Live directing and/or switching experience and knowledge of switcher concepts is helpful **•** Knowledge of production standards and equipment **•** Full working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite **•** 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 instrumentsSinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.###### Qualification* Must be able to direct* Knowledge of Ross Overdrive or equivalent automated systems* Possess a working knowledge of NRCS (preferably ENPS)* Stage manager experience is a plus* Knowledge of production standards and equipment* Typing and good spelling skills necessary* Ability to read and write* Must be able to lift & position 40 pound lighting instruments* Career LevelOpen to all* Education levelSome College Preferred* Years of ExperienceFresher* Job TypeFull TimeNote: When you apply, please mention you found this job on RateMyStation.com.