Newscast Director: Lead Live News & Graphics

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

WGME, part of Sinclair Broadcast Group, is seeking a Director for our Newscast in Portland, ME. The ideal candidate will direct and TD newscasts, create graphics, and collaborate across departments to ensure clean, tight broadcasts. Experience with iNews and Ross Overdrive is a plus.

You will supervise production crews, maintain the studio and control room, and train staff on cameras, audio, graphics, and related gear. Proficiency with Photoshop and Deko is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience Directing and TDing newscasts.
• 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.
• Ability to read and write; college degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and TD any assigned newscasts and productions.
• Create graphics daily using Photoshop and Deko.
• Train production crew in cameras, audio, graphics, etc.
• 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 and TDing

Clear direction under pressure

Typing and spelling

Reading and writing

Education

College degree preferred

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

Deko

Job description

WGME, part of Sinclair Broadcast Group, is seeking a Director for our Newscast in Portland, ME. The ideal candidate will direct and TD newscasts, create graphics, and collaborate across departments to ensure clean, tight broadcasts. Experience with iNews and Ross Overdrive is a plus.

You will supervise production crews, maintain the studio and control room, and train staff on cameras, audio, graphics, and related gear. Proficiency with Photoshop and Deko is preferred.