Newscast Director

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major media company is seeking a Newscast Director in Tampa, Florida. This role involves coordinating technical operations during live broadcasts, supervising staff, and liaising between departments. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in news operations, strong communication skills, and proficiency with broadcast equipment. A high school diploma and fluency in English are required to ensure effective communication and production quality. This is a full-time position offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Fluency in English is necessary for effective communication.
• Minimum two years’ experience in news operations and production.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate efforts of technical operators during newscasts.
• Supervise and assign duties to production workers.
• Liaise between engineering and production departments.

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Proficiency with broadcast control equipment

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Broadcast control equipment

Office equipment (computers, telephones, etc.)

Job description

Newscast Director page is loaded## Newscast Directorlocations: FL, Tampatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-39599The 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