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Newscast Director, KSBY

The E.W. Scripps Company · San Luis Obispo, CA, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Are you ready to bring your technical expertise and creative vision to one of California's most beautiful coastal communities? KSBY, the E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate in San Luis Obispo, is seeking a talented Newscast Director who will be at the helm of our fast-paced, dynamic newscasts. This is your opportunity to showcase your technical skills while working with a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional local news to the Central Coast.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

Oversee the set-up, dismantling and operations of equipment including camera, audio, video and lighting

Ensure smooth operation of technical equipment and services during broadcast

Troubleshoot technical problems during production or broadcast

Direct assigned newscasts, which include "switching" newscasts and other productions, completing the pre-production for all newscasts and checking all sources prior to air

Monitor the status of all live shots and content prior to a live newscast
Work closely with news department, directors, producers, and promotions to ensure that the desired on-air look is attained

Perform other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred

Specialized training/certification may be required

Generally, 2+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Working knowledge of television station production equipment

Must be familiar with all aspects of television production including audio, switching, digital effects, camera operation and shot composition, lighting, and character generators

Good working knowledge of computers

Ability to handle multiple priorities under extreme time constraints with poise and skill

Solid leadership skills

Excellent knowledge of proper composition, grammar and spelling

Must have excellent communication skills; ability to give directions in a clear, efficient manner

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Capable of working well with commercial clients while adding a creative look to commercial spots

Must be familiar with all aspects of television production, lighting, character generators, and news automation

Must be a team player

Ability to perform constant viewing of multiple video and computer monitors

Flexible work hours required, including holidays, weekends, evenings and possible overtime hours

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

COMPENSATION RANGE
Hourly: $20.00 - $22.00
Pursuant to state and local salary transparency laws, the salary range posted is specific to candidates who will perform this work in California.

WHAT WE OFFER (ADDITIONAL BENEFITS):

A career path to grow your professional experiences

Full medical, dental and vision benefits, as well as certain other health and wellness benefits

Retirement savings plan with company match

Other key company benefits include disability accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, life insurance, AD&D, ID protection, pet discount program, and employee assistance program. More details about timing and conditions of benefits eligibility and other plan terms and conditions will be provided upon hire.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

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