Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc

Director, Technical

Media
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 2-4 years directing live and taped programs
  • Proficiency with Ross Overdrive automation or similar
  • Audio board experience required
  • Studio production skills a plus
  • Independent problem-solving in studio equipment issues
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Flexible schedule for nights, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

  • Assist with pre-show preparation and post-show promotions
  • Set up and operate studio cameras, monitors, and teleprompter
  • Verify all lighting, props, monitors, and set pieces are functional
  • Coordinate communication with Producers and studio crew
  • Ensure proper mixing and switching of video sources
  • Supervise and assign crew members effectively
  • Carry out additional assigned duties

Benefits

  • Full-time position with stable hours
  • Dynamic work environment in a fast-paced industry
  • Opportunity for career growth and advancement
  • Exposure to cutting-edge broadcasting technology
  • Collaborative team environment
Full Job Description

The Director will be responsible for the technical directing and guidance of on-air talent and studio crew in order to provide viewers with a professional-looking newscast.

VacancyType:Full Time

  • Bachelors9 degree preferred
  • 2-4 years directing live and taped programs
  • Proficiency with Ross Overdrive automation or similar required
  • Audio board experience required
  • Studio production skills a plus
  • Must be able to source and solve equipment problems in the studio and control room
  • Must be able work independently and have a strong attention to detail
  • Must be able to work under the regular pressure of live broadcasts and operational deadlines
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Requirements:

  • Assist with pre-show prep and post-show promotions
  • Set up and operate studio cameras, monitors and teleprompter
  • Verify all light fixtures, props, monitors and set pieces are in position and functioning properly
  • Coordinate and communicate with show Producers and other studio crew
  • Ensure proper mixing and switching of all studio and remote video sources
  • Effectively supervise and assign crew members as needed
  • Perform other duties as assigned

About Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is a leading diversified media company that leverages localism to bring new services and value to consumers and advertisers through its traditional media, digital and mobile media platforms. Nexstar owns, operates, programs or provides sales and other services to 199 television stations and related digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or approximately 39% of all U.S. television households (reflecting the FCC’s UHF discount). Nexstar’s portfolio includes primary affiliates of NBC, CBS, ABC, FOX, MyNetworkTV and The CW. Nexstar’s community portal websites offer additional hyper-local content and verticals for consumers and advertisers, allowing audiences to choose where, when and how they access content while creating new revenue opportunities. Nexstar also owns WGN America, a growing national general entertainment cable network and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network, a top tier cable asset. For more information please visit www.nexstar.tv.
Learn more about Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc
Size
11,160 employees
Market Cap
$6.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$811.4 million
Founded
2000
5 Year Trend
+33.3%
Revenue
$4.5 billion
NASDAQ

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