Newscast Director
Newscast Director
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Job Description
WCVBTV the ABC affiliate in Needham MA has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director. This fulltime member of the NewsCenter 5 team is responsible for leading the technical of live newscasts major events and sports specials. WCVB directors also oversee the production of recorded programs and specials. Our directors work alongside producers and technical staff and collaborate with colleagues from departments outside of the news. This position reports to the Executive Producer.
Responsibilities
- Direct live newscasts and other live and recorded programs
- Working with producers focus on enhancing the production value of all locally produced shows and events (this includes creating impactful preproduction elements)
- Lead the way in ensuring the flawless technical of all programming whether live or recorded
Requirements
- 4 years directing live newscasts and other programs
- Technical knowhow to resolve existing issues and find fast solutions to problems that arise during live shows
- Ability to remain calm in highpressure live production situations
- Experience with various production switchers video servers video playback audio and studio equipment
- Understanding of newscast formatting software (ENPS iNews etc.
- Ability to work flexible hours and shifts including holidays and weekends
- Related military experience will be considered
- Must be a member of or join the Directors Guild of America
- Inperson attendance is required
Diversity Statement
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures backgrounds perspectives and identities. Thats why behind the scenes we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate and representative of the communities we serve.
Benefits
Hearsts benefit programs are modern flexible and designed to focus on the whole person. As a Hearst employee you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
- Medical Dental Vision
- 401(k) matching
- Emotional Wellness Support
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- LGBTQ Health Services
- Additional benefits to meet your and your familys needs
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
