Newscast Director

NEWSCAST DIRECTOR (Full-time, Regular)

Fox 9 KMSP/WFTC is looking is seeking an inventive and creative Director to join our production team and help in crafting our award-winning newscasts.

Responsibilities:

Direct live and recorded newscasts and programs.

Operate Sony ELC production automation.

Work with Producers to pre-code show rundowns in iNews, camera block, place talent, and make post-show discrepancy reports.

This position will also be cross-trained on other technical responsibilities such as floor directing in studio; relaying cues and other directives from the control room to studio floor, assisting with the set-up and striking of sets which can entail being able to stand for several hours per day and move stage pieces periodically. Position may also require assistance in Master Control & TOC If needed.

Qualifications:

• A sharp, detail-oriented person who learns quickly and works well with a team.
• Work schedule flexibility is required.
• Technically savvy and proactive in identifying and appropriately addressing issues that may arise.
• Adapts well to the needs of a fast-paced news environment.
• Is a positive newsroom citizen.
• Knowledge of equipment and operating systems, including; Sony ELC automation, MV8000G, video switcher, iNews, ELC playlist viewer, Bitcentral playout, ISQ playout of Chyron Mosaic and Power Clips, Vinten Fusion, and Calrec audio console.
• High School diploma (or equivalent), college degree is preferred.
• 5 or more years of TV studio and control room operations preferred