Technical Director

Nexstar Media; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Technical Director to coordinate the efforts of all technical operators during live newscasts and other productions. The role requires strong leadership, clear communication and the ability to manage multiple tasks under deadline pressure.

You will supervise staff, direct camera/video operations, switch video sources in real time, liaison between engineering and production, and assist in producing digital content.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Fluency in English and excellent written and verbal communication.
• Minimum two years of experience in news operations and production (depends on market size).
• Proficiency with computers, phones, copiers and office equipment.
• Proficiency with broadcast control equipment.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live/recorded productions.
• Supervises and assigns duties to workers engaged in technical control and production.
• Observes pictures and directs camera/video staff on composition.
• Acts as liaison between engineering and production departments.
• Works with news producers to deliver clean, high-energy newscasts.
• Trains camera and CG operators for live broadcasts.
• Switches video sources and gives direction during live broadcasts.
• Tests equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Assists in producing digital content.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Deadline driven

Multitasking

News operations

Staff supervision

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Broadcast control equipment

Job description

The Technical 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 newscasts
• 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
• Assists in producing digital content
• 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