Technical Director I

Nexstar Media; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexstar Media in Topeka, Kansas seeks a Technical Director to lead the technical execution of live and taped newscasts, ensuring precise, high-energy presentation and strict production standards. You will work with producers, meteorologists, anchors and crew, troubleshoot on-air issues, monitor cameras, graphics, audio and switchers to deliver seamless broadcasts.

The role requires quick decision-making in a fast-paced newsroom, flexibility across shifts, and clear documentation to maintain FCC

Qualifications

• Fluency in English is required.
• Ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced live news environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication within the team.
• Willingness to work varied shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Direct live and recorded newscasts and special programs using automated production control systems.
• Coordinate with producers to execute editorial and creative vision for clean, high-energy broadcasts.
• Monitor cameras, graphics, audio, video servers, and switcher functions.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during live broadcasts.
• Collaborate with meteorologists, anchors, reporters and staff to ensure smooth execution of broadcasts.
• Maintain broadcast quality standards and FCC compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

English Fluency

Decision Making

Communication

Shift Flexibility

Team Collaboration

Job description

The Technical Director is responsible for the technical execution and visual presentation of newscasts and special productions. This role collaborates with producers, operations staff, and newsroom personnel to ensure accurate, engaging, and seamless broadcasts while maintaining high production standards.

Job Duties

• Direct live and recorded newscasts and special programs using automated production control systems.
• Coordinate closely with producers to execute editorial and creative vision to deliver clean, high-energy newscasts.
• Monitor automated production elements including cameras, graphics, audio, video servers, and switcher functions.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during live broadcasts.
• Collaborate with meteorologists, anchors, reporters, and technical staff to ensure smooth execution of broadcasts.
• Maintain broadcast quality standards and compliance with FCC regulations and company policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Skills

• Fluency in English.
• Ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced live news environment and remain focused under significant deadline pressure.
• Ability to communicate and document effectively and concisely to the rest of the team.
• Flexibility to work any shift across our schedule, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and breaking news situations.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment.
• Understanding of video production, switchers, graphics systems, audio boards, and newsroom computer systems is a plus.