KLAS
Nexstar Media Group,Inc.
DESCRIPTION
With 199 television stations (including partner stations) in 116 markets, Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is the largest TV station operator in the country. But we are more than that. We’re also a technology company. Along with a broad range of broadcast opportunities, Nexstar staffs a growing and diversified digital media operation encompassing content management and mobile platforms, content marketing, targeted advertising products and strategic digital design and advertising operations. From the Newsroom to Sales to Operations to Digital technology, joining Nexstar Media offers unlimited opportunities for your career endeavors. Learn more at http://www.nexstar.tv
KLAS 8 News Now the CBS affiliate in Las Vegas is actively recruiting for a Broadcast Director. This shift will be consistent with our AM team but will also require the flexibility to be on call as needed by the News Department. The Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions.
JOB EXPERIENCE
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Direct and/or technically direct newscasts
- Coordinates technical control and production of programs
- Ensures quality standards are met
- Works with the news Producers to deliver a clean visually impactful news cast
- May also perform the following duties:
- Audio operations for daily newscasts
- Live operations (tunes satellites, microwaves, and other live feeds from field)
- Editing with Adobe Premiere editing software
- Teleprompting for daily newscasts
REQUIREMENTS
Requirements & Skills:
- High school diploma
- Fluency in English
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Minimum two years’ experience in News operations and Production (market size considered)
- Proficiency with computers and broadcast control equipment
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and be able to multi-task
- Ignite automation experience preferred
Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The Broadcast Director must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the Broadcast Director must be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions.
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Women / Veterans / Disabled
ADDITIONAL INFO
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar