Join the team at KRQE Media Group in Albuquerque as our next Newscast Director! You’ll play a key role in leading the technical execution of live newscasts, breaking news, and other productions. The ideal candidate brings professionalism, teamwork, and a calm, organized approach to high-pressure situations in a dynamic broadcast environment.
Direct newscasts, breaking news, and other live or recorded programs using the Grass Valley Ignite system (including shows with live audiences).
Collaborate with producers, technical operators, and newsroom staff to execute a seamless production.
Create and manage commands and effects for newscasts and other programs.
Maintain high production values and ensure consistent technical quality.
Demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills to coordinate multiple moving parts during live broadcasts.
Utilize newsroom systems such as ENPS; experience preferred.
Operational knowledge of Ross CamBot Robotic Camera Systems is a plus.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework in broadcasting or related field preferred.
Fluency in English with excellent oral and written communication skills.
Minimum two years of experience in news operations or television production preferred.
Strong technical proficiency with broadcast control equipment and production systems.
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work well under high-stress, deadline-driven conditions.
Flexibility to work any shift, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as news dictates.
Ability to sit for extended periods and maintain focus in fast-paced control room environments.
Demonstrated professionalism, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving skills.
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What We Do
Nexstar Media Group is the largest TV station operator in the country. With the reach of 171 full power television stations in 100 markets addressing nearly 38.9% of US television households, and a diversified, growing digital media operation, Nexstar Media Group offers superior audience engagement across all media devices and local broadcast television’s unrivalled influence on consumers’ purchasing and political decisions.
In 20 years, Nexstar has grown from a single station to the nation’s largest television company. This growth is fueled by an organization-wide commitment to delivering exceptional service to our communities and outstanding results for our advertisers.
From the very beginning, Nexstar has cultivated an organization-wide commitment to providing superior, unique local content that is relevant to each of the communities it serves, while offering local businesses, advertisers and brands the ability to engage and connect with local communities.
