NewsNation is currently seeking a driven, experienced and pro-active full-time Associate Director and Director to join the team in our New York Bureau. In this role, you will function in two separate capacities: as an Associate Director and a Director.
The Associate Director and Director responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Must have in-depth knowledge of studio and remote broadcasting technology including steadicam and robotic cameras, servers and graphics systems. ENPS experience preferred.
• The Director will collaborate with newscast producers to understand the content, tone, structure, and pace of newscasts
. • Lead on-air talent, technicians, stage crew, and floor directors to execute a clean and dynamic show.
• The Director should add creativity and bring ideas that enhance the final product, coordinating with the News and Creative Services departments to maximize the use of our studio and graphics elements.
• The Associate Director will traffic video and graphic elements in rundowns and cue video via Bit Central playout
• Coordinate with Master Control by confirming break times, if breaks are killed for Breaking News
• Work closely with Line Producers on show and segment timing
• Perform other duties as assigned by network leadership
Qualifications:
• Five plus (5+) years’ directing experience in professional live broadcast television required
• Must work well in a collaborative team environment, be able to multitask. A problem solver and quick thinker to troubleshoot existing issues and to find work arounds when needed.
• Working knowledge of common business software applications, particularly Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Must be a self-starter and take initiative.
• All day parts (mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays) may be a part of the schedule with overtime as situations demand.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field preferred
• This is a DGA position and union membership is required.
Salary range (based on experience): $75-$95
Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more. Part time employees are eligible for 401(k) and any local/state leave plans. Union positions are subject to the benefits outlined in their Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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Skills Required
- Five plus years directing experience in professional live broadcast television
- Working knowledge of common business software applications
- Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field
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.
