Newscast Director

TAPP Film; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair, Inc. in the United States is seeking a News4/FOX11 Newscast Director to lead live broadcasts, direct the production team, and ensure smooth, professional on-air execution.

You will direct assigned newscasts using Ross Overdrive, train and supervise the crew, and maintain the studio and control room, with weekend/holiday availability. This role requires strong leadership, clear direction under pressure, and adherence to production standards.

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 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

Directing under pressure

Typing

Spelling

Communication

Read & write

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Ross Overdrive

Job description

The Newscast Director position at News4/FOX11 is a television news production role responsible for directing live newscasts, coordinating the production crew, and ensuring broadcasts run smoothly and professionally.

Responsibilities

Perform any production duties as assigned including:

• 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

Requirements

• 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

Sinclair 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.

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.