TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.
Position Overview
12News (ABC & NBC) in Beaumont, Texas, is seeking a temporary Broadcast Director for an expected duration of four to six months. The role is responsible for directing newscasts and other local programming using manual switching operations. The Broadcast Director will work closely with news, production, and technical teams to deliver fast-paced, compelling, and comprehensive newscasts and local programming. The candidate should have forward-thinking production ideas, strong technical expertise, and a high standard of on-air quality control. Familiarity with studio operations such as floor directing, camera operation, teleprompting, graphics creation, audio, lighting, non-linear editing, content management systems, and master control systems is required.
Responsibilities
- Direct live newscasts using a Sony manual switcher.
- Oversee the overall look and execution of newscasts and on-air programming, identifying and resolving potential issues before they reach air.
- Maintain studio readiness and organization, including lights, sets, and production areas.
- Create graphics for newscast and program elements.
- Troubleshoot technical systems as needed.
- Perform other broadcast production duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Experience with manual production switchers, ENPS, BitCentral, and Chyron graphics systems is preferred.
- Ability to adapt quickly and respond effectively to breaking news, severe weather, and other unexpected events.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
- Three or more years of directing experience in a medium or major market is preferred but not required.
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, television production, or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Travel: Rarely, less than 10%.
- Work Environment: Typical indoor office setting.
- Physical Demands: Medium work, including prolonged sitting and standing, stooping, bending, climbing ladders, and lifting or pushing up to 50 pounds.
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA provides two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; and disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program allows both full and part‑time employees to contribute 1% – 80% of pay on a pre‑tax basis; contributions up to the first 4% are eligible for a 100% company match. All employees receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments via Teladoc and 12 free annual therapy sessions via Spring Health. We also provide generous paid time off and nine paid holidays per year. Some benefits may not apply under union agreements.
EEO Statement
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We hire and develop individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences, and we value all qualified candidates irrespective of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. TEGNA will accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodations for your application, please email askhr@tegna.com.
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