Newscast Director
1 day ago
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Newscast Director / Technical Director to join our team at Sinclair Broadcast Group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in directing fast-paced newscasts with multiple live shots, graphics, video animations, and multiple studio cameras. Additionally, experience in directing and technical directing newscasts in a non-automated control room setting is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with the News & Engineering Department to ensure seamless production.
- Maintain the production studio and control room to ensure optimal performance.
- Perform various tasks related to the position, including website contributions as assigned.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with producers, talent, and the production team through daily communication and collaboration.
- Strive to maintain high production value with attention to aesthetics, accuracy, and show pacing.
- Participate in pre-show planning for special segments, providing guidance and working with the crew on sets, lighting, and shot blocking.
- Direct or act as crew for newscasts, special studio, and remote productions.
- Provide clear and concise communication and direction to management, producers, engineering staff, and talent.
- React effectively to fast-paced, live television and multimedia environments.
- Participate in training less experienced production staff as needed.
- Be a positive team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Possess a degree in a related field, preferably.
- Knowledge of INews, Xpression, and Ross switchers is a plus.
- Knowledge of Ross Overdrive or similar is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and a good visual sense are essential.
- Ability to work well under pressure, thrive on deadlines, and work a flexible schedule.
- Clear direction-giving skills while under pressure.
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. We own, operate, and/or provide services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and own Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE, TBD., and The Nest. Our content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. We regularly use our website as a key source of Company information, which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. We offer great benefits, an open door policy, upward mobility, and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.
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