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Newsnation - Director (Part-time)

4 months ago


Chicago, United States Nexstar Broadcasting Full time

DIRECTOR (Part Time)

NewsNation is a national news cable network currently reaching 75 million television households across the country. The network is owned and operated by Nexstar Media Group (NXST).

NewsNation is currently searching for a Part-Time Director for our national newscasts, based in our Chicago studios.

This opportunity is for someone that doesn't mind rolling up their sleeves and do something few have done before - launch a 24-hour news network.

**Responsibilities**:

- The Director will lead the control room and studio staff during all broadcasts.
- The Director will interact with the newscast producer to understand the content, tone, structure and pace of the newscast.
- Supervise on-air talent, technicians, stage crew, floors directors.
- Responsible for directing a fast-paced and highly produced broadcast using Ross Overdrive and Ross XPression control room automation systems.
- The Director will help design and implement use of new multi-area sets and contribute to the overall ‘look’ of the broadcast.
- Coordinates with the News and Creative Services Departments to achieve the graphic elements of the newscast and should add creativity and ideas that enhance the final product.

Qualifications:

- 5+ years of experience Directing in a professional live broadcast television network.
- Must have in-depth knowledge of studio/remote broadcasting technology in
- Hands-on control room automation experience required, Ross Overdrive preferred.
- Must work well in a collaborative team environment, be able to multitask. A problem solver and quick thinker to resolve existing issues and to find work arounds.
- Must be self-sufficient and have a “press-on-regardless” attitude.
- All day parts (mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) may be a part of the schedule with overtime as situations demand.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field preferred.