Newscast Director

4 weeks ago


Cedar Rapids, United States Sinclair Broadcast Group Full time
Job Description

KGAN in Cedar Rapids is looking for a Director to join our award winning team

Responsibilities:
  • Perform any production duties as assigned including:
  • Direct and TD any assigned newscasts and productions
  • Create graphics daily using Photoshop and Deko
  • Train production crew in cameras, audio, graphics, etc.
  • Supervise production crew on a daily basis
  • Maintain production studio and control room
  • Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include website contribution
Requirements:
  • Experience Directing and TDing newscasts
  • 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
Excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, three weeks vacation for new hires, 401(k), employee discounts, and much more

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's 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. The Company regularly uses its 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. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.