Weekend News Director & Live Tech Operator

WCCB Charlotte; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bahakel Communications is seeking an experienced technical operator to ensure clean and seamless execution of our newscasts. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year directing live news, or 3 years of LIVE technical experience in Audio, Studio, Graphics, or Master Control.

The role requires detail orientation and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, with strong interdepartmental communication skills and flexibility for schedules and coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year directing live news or 3+ years of LIVE technical experience.
• Detail-oriented and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interdepartmental communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the lead director, the newscast producers and production staff to improve production values.
• Direct for WCCB/WOLO News Weekends and assist on WCCB/WOLO News.
• Provide Studio support and PTO coverage as needed.
• Handle Audio, Graphics, and Master Control back-ups as assigned.
• Contribute to Sports/Entertainment technical production as needed.
• Maintain smooth, error-free technical execution of daily newscasts.

Skills

Directing live news

Technical operations

Broadcast production

Interdepartmental communication

Job description

Bahakel Communications is seeking an experienced technical operator to ensure clean and seamless execution of our newscasts. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year directing live news, or 3 years of LIVE technical experience in Audio, Studio, Graphics, or Master Control.

The role requires detail orientation and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, with strong interdepartmental communication skills and flexibility for schedules and coverage as needed.