Production Director

Nexstar Media Group; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media Inc. in Springfield, MO is seeking a Newscast Director to join our KOLR/Ozarks FOX/KOZL Production staff. The Production Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.

The role requires directing live broadcasts, supervising production staff, and ensuring smooth execution across departments, with a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (from requirements)
• Bachelor's degree preferred in communications or related field
• Minimum two years' experience in news operations and production and/or online streaming software
• Proficiency with broadcast, streaming and production equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities

• Directs live and recorded broadcasts, coordinating technical operators during productions
• Supervises and assigns duties to production staff
• Observes camera work and manages camera/video/CG during broadcasts
• Switches video sources and issues live direction
• Tests equipment to ensure proper operation
• Works with news, digital, lifestyle, and production teams
• Resolves issues quickly during live broadcasts
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Fluency in English

Excellent communication

Deadline-driven & multitasking

Computers & office equipment

Broadcast/Streaming/Production systems

Education

Bachelor's in communications or related field

Tools

Ross Vision

Ross Xpression

OBS

VMIX

Job description

Nexstar Media Inc is looking for Newscast Director to join our KOLR/Ozarks FOX/KOZL Production staff.

The Production Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.

Job Description

• Directs and TDs live, local newscasts and lifestyle show using Ross Vision, Ross Xpression
• Directs live and recorded digital content using OBS and VMIX
• Coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during all in-house productions
• Supervises and assigns duties to workers engaged in technical control and production of programs
• Observes camera shots through monitors and runs camera/video and CG.
• Works with news, digital, lifestyle, and production departments
• Works with other producers to create and deliver a clean and high energy content
• Switches video sources and gives directions 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 and/or online streaming software.
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, and other office equipment
• Proficiency with broadcast, streaming and production equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in communications or a related field is preferred. Must be able to handle fast-paced live broadcasts and remain calm during breaking news. Candidate should be a problem solver and quick thinker to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live news and productions. Early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays will be a part of the schedule. Please be prepared to furnish current references and shows (if available).