Newscast Director
Responsibilities
- Direct broadcast newscasts
- Provide creative input and work with the newscast producer and production crew
- Be responsible for clean technical execution of the look of the newscast
- Call and punch a newscast
Requirements
- 2+ years directing and technical directing a newscast
- 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 work around problems that arise during live news
Qualifications
- 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
Skills
- Technical know-how to resolve existing issues and work around problems that arise during live news
- Ability to work with the newscast producer and production crew
Benefits
- Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on the whole person.
- 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
About the Role
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. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. 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.
Schedule
In-person attendance is required
Pay
Details on pay are not specified in the job description.
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.