Newscast Director

Newscast Director

WXII/WCWG, the NBC/CW affiliate in Winston-Salem, NC, 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 Senior Newscast Director.

Responsibilities

Direct broadcast newscasts

Operate automated production software while simultaneously communicating to members of the crew during newscasts and special broadcasts

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

Code a newscast in ENPS prior to start time

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 news

Newscast 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

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

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

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

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