Newscast Director: Live Broadcast Leader

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Newscast Director to coordinate the technical operators during live and recorded newscasts, ensuring smooth production and high energy on air.

You will supervise staff, assign duties, train camera and CG operators, and act as the liaison between engineering and production to deliver a clean, dynamic newscast. The role requires leadership, punctuality, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Minimum two years’ experience in news operations and production
• 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

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions
• Supervise and assign duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of programs
• Observe pictures through monitors and direct camera/video staff concerning composition
• Act as a liaison between engineering and production departments
• Work with the news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscast
• Train camera and CG operators on the proper operation during live broadcasts
• Switch video sources and give direction at the same time during live broadcasts
• Test equipment to ensure proper operation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication skills

Deadline management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Broadcast control equipment

Office equipment

Job description

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Newscast Director to coordinate the technical operators during live and recorded newscasts, ensuring smooth production and high energy on air.

You will supervise staff, assign duties, train camera and CG operators, and act as the liaison between engineering and production to deliver a clean, dynamic newscast. The role requires leadership, punctuality, and the ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.