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Nexstar Media Group Newscast Director in Nashville, Tennessee
The Newscast Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscast and other live and recorded productions.
Prepare and execute the operation of Ross Overdrive and robotic cameras systems for live newscast
Works with the news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscast
Act as a liaison between the engineering and production departments.
Must be a problem solver and quick thinker, using technical know-how and strong communication skills to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live broadcasts.
Possess strong communication skills and the ability to work well with others under intense pressure and/or long hours of breaking news.
Must be a strong self-starter, team player, and goal oriented.
Performs other duties as assigned
Candidate must be willing and able to work any/all shifts, including morning, weekends, & holidays.
Requirements & Skills:
High school diploma
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Minimum two years’ experience in news operations and production.
Proficiency with computers, telephones, and other office equipment
Proficiency with broadcast control equipment
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.
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