The Role
Direct live newscasts and breaking news broadcasts using the Ross OverDrive Production System. Manage newscast production workflow and studio operations, work varied Tuesday–Saturday AM shifts, perform under live-pressure conditions, communicate effectively, and work independently. Familiarity with robotic cameras, graphics, audio automation, and ENPS is a plus.
Summary Generated by Built In
The WRIC News Director must have the ability to operate the Ross OverDrive Production System to direct newscasts, breaking news, and other productions in a live television broadcast setting.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Job Description
- Ability to work under pressure in changing conditions of live television.
- Ability to work a variety of shifts. This open position is for Tuesday-Saturday AM.
- Working knowledge of newscast production and production workflow, as well as studio operations.
- Familiarity with Automated Audio, Vinten Robotic Cameras, Ross XPression Graphics, and AP ENPS a plus.
Requirements & Skills
- BA or BS degree in Communications or Mass Communications with emphasis on Television Production or related experience
- Minimum of two years of television directing experience preferred.
- Must possess strong communications skills.
- Reliable and motivated to fulfill obligation; ability to work independently and without supervision.
Skills Required
- Ability to operate the Ross OverDrive Production System to direct newscasts
- Ability to work under pressure in changing conditions of live television
- Ability to work a variety of shifts (position is Tuesday-Saturday AM)
- Working knowledge of newscast production, production workflow, and studio operations
- Familiarity with Automated Audio, Vinten Robotic Cameras, Ross XPression Graphics, and AP ENPS
- BA or BS in Communications or Mass Communications (Television Production) or related experience
- Minimum of two years of television directing experience
- Strong communications skills
- Reliable, motivated, and able to work independently without supervision
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