Newscast Director

Job Description
WSBT is looking for a Director for our Newscast.

Responsibilities

Perform any production duties as assigned including:

Maintain production studio and control room

Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include website contribution

Requirements

Must be able to direct

Knowledge of Ross Overdrive or equivalent automated systems — helpful

Possess a working knowledge of NRCS (preferably ENPS), video servers, graphic playout systems (preferably Ross Carbonite), video routers, switchers, robotic cameras, and wireless lavalier microphones

Stage manager experience is a plus

A strong sense of newscast structure, significant hands‑on experience operating in a computer‑assisted environment, the ability to work well under pressure, exceptional organizational skills and the ability to easily adapt to breaking news situations

Live directing and/or switching experience and knowledge of switcher concepts is helpful

Knowledge of production standards and equipment

Full working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

Ability to clearly give direction to crew while under pressure

Typing and good spelling skills necessary

Ability to read and write, college degree preferred

Must be able to lift & position 40-pound lighting instruments

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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