Newscast Director

KOAT, the Hearst Inc, affiliate in Albuquerque, NM has an opening for an experienced and dynamic Newscast Director. The Newscast Director communicates and executes all technical aspects of live production, with all technical staff, including the Producer, Technical Director, Audio Operator, Studio, and Engineering. You will report to the News Operations Manager.

Responsibilities

Direct broadcast newscasts

Provide creative input and will work with the newscast producer and production crew

Be responsible for clean technical execution of the look of the newscast

Will call and punch a newscast

Requirements

2+ years directing and technical directing a newscast

Have experience with production switchers, video servers, and audio and studio equipment

MOS and basic computer network understanding

Understanding of newsroom systems ENPS and video playback systems

Technical know-how to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live newsNewscast Director will also post to website

Can work flexible hours and shifts, including holidays and weekends

Related military experience will be considered

In-person attendance is required

Values in Action

At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on the whole person. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

About Us
Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Info

Job Identification 2026824

Job Category Content and News

Posting Date 05/28/2026, 01:08 PM

Job Schedule Full time

Locations 3801 Carlisle Northeast, Albuquerque, NM, 87107, US (On-site)

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