Nexstar Media Group Inc.
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MO-Kansas City;3030 Summit (Tribune-WDAF)time type:
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Posted Todayjob requisition id:
REQ-38515WDAF-TV Fox 4 Kansas City is seeking a **Newscast Director**.
The Newscast Director is responsible for facilitating the overall look and presentation of news production.* Multi-tasking and detailed oriented leader* Accountable for interfacing and communicating all technical and staging requirements between producers and production crew.* Collaborate with producers to facilitate production elements, including music, graphics, lighting, camera-blocking, guest interactions, set furnishings, and all other related presentation elements.* Communicates all necessary instructions to production crew before and during newscasts.* Generate daily Production Reports detailing technical and operational notes from newscasts.* Follow up and reconcile technical and operational issues related to daily production processes.* Call direct daily newscasts and other original productions, including post sports shows, special events, webcasts, and assists in creative services’ productions.* Utilize Ross Overdrive APC, switcher, and routers while “calling” the shows to the rest of live production positions.* Contribute to the production of content for WDAF+, the station's connected TV streaming app* In addition to these Newscast Director duties, position is also required to run robotic cameras, audio board operations, floor direct, and help keep studio clean on a regular basis.* Bachelors in Communications, Television or similar degree.* Television Production Studio and Control Room experience.* Prefer five or more years professional experience in television LIVE production and directing.* APC operations for at least 6 months (Preferably, Ross Overdrive)* Excellent organizational and communication skills required.* Must be an effective leader and able to positively motivate and effectively communicate with producers and production crew.* Demonstrate excellent judgment and timely decision-making in a dynamic and fluid live news production environment.* Possess a strong fundamental understanding of news video and audio production equipment technologies.* **Must be able to call direct and have experience on Ross Overdrive or equivalent automated systems**.* Must be willing to learn and adapt to new technologies.* Possess a working knowledge of NRCS (Preferably, ENPS) , video servers, graphic playout systems (Preferably, Ross Xpression), video routers, switchers (Preferably, Ross Acuity), ENG style cameras, robotic cameras, wireless lav microphones, and audio boards.* Microsoft Office/ Outlook knowledge also required.* Ability to work precisely under deadlines and pressure.* Able to make quick decisions and give accurate instructions to crew during live broadcasts.* Works well as a member of a team.* Demonstrates innovative thinking and creativity in all aspects of their responsibilities.* Must be willing to do other assigned duties when required. #J-18808-Ljbffr
MO-Kansas City;3030 Summit (Tribune-WDAF)time type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
REQ-38515WDAF-TV Fox 4 Kansas City is seeking a **Newscast Director**.
The Newscast Director is responsible for facilitating the overall look and presentation of news production.* Multi-tasking and detailed oriented leader* Accountable for interfacing and communicating all technical and staging requirements between producers and production crew.* Collaborate with producers to facilitate production elements, including music, graphics, lighting, camera-blocking, guest interactions, set furnishings, and all other related presentation elements.* Communicates all necessary instructions to production crew before and during newscasts.* Generate daily Production Reports detailing technical and operational notes from newscasts.* Follow up and reconcile technical and operational issues related to daily production processes.* Call direct daily newscasts and other original productions, including post sports shows, special events, webcasts, and assists in creative services’ productions.* Utilize Ross Overdrive APC, switcher, and routers while “calling” the shows to the rest of live production positions.* Contribute to the production of content for WDAF+, the station's connected TV streaming app* In addition to these Newscast Director duties, position is also required to run robotic cameras, audio board operations, floor direct, and help keep studio clean on a regular basis.* Bachelors in Communications, Television or similar degree.* Television Production Studio and Control Room experience.* Prefer five or more years professional experience in television LIVE production and directing.* APC operations for at least 6 months (Preferably, Ross Overdrive)* Excellent organizational and communication skills required.* Must be an effective leader and able to positively motivate and effectively communicate with producers and production crew.* Demonstrate excellent judgment and timely decision-making in a dynamic and fluid live news production environment.* Possess a strong fundamental understanding of news video and audio production equipment technologies.* **Must be able to call direct and have experience on Ross Overdrive or equivalent automated systems**.* Must be willing to learn and adapt to new technologies.* Possess a working knowledge of NRCS (Preferably, ENPS) , video servers, graphic playout systems (Preferably, Ross Xpression), video routers, switchers (Preferably, Ross Acuity), ENG style cameras, robotic cameras, wireless lav microphones, and audio boards.* Microsoft Office/ Outlook knowledge also required.* Ability to work precisely under deadlines and pressure.* Able to make quick decisions and give accurate instructions to crew during live broadcasts.* Works well as a member of a team.* Demonstrates innovative thinking and creativity in all aspects of their responsibilities.* Must be willing to do other assigned duties when required. #J-18808-Ljbffr