Director

DC News Now

Washington, DC, US
Base: $26-$31 hourly; bonus/equity: not specified;...
On-site
Ross overdrive automation
Live newscast direction
Enps rundown coding
DC News Now, a growing Nexstar station situated in Washington, D.C., is seeking a Director with significant experience in OverDrive to oversee live newscasts and productions. The role demands technical expertise, leadership, and adaptability in a dynamic newsroom environment

Job Summary

  • Lead live newscasts and other productions using Ross OverDrive, ensuring seamless execution of rundowns.
  • Collaborate with news, production, and engineering teams to ensure smooth operations and troubleshoot technical issues.
  • Elevate production value by enhancing camera shot composition, OverDrive operations, and workflow integrations.

Matching Summary

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DC News Now, a growing Nexstar station situated in Washington, D.C., is seeking a Director with significant experience in OverDrive to oversee live newscasts and productions. The role demands technical expertise, leadership, and adaptability in a dynamic newsroom environment.

Salary

Base: $26-$31 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ross OverDrive automation
  • live newscast direction
  • ENPS rundown coding
  • production automation management
  • breaking news adaptation

Nice-to-have

  • studio lighting knowledge
  • Streamdeck and OBS usage
  • TVU and Optic familiarity
  • Chyron and Cue-Script
  • enhancing production value

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years of Director experience in live news
  • Expert Ross OverDrive proficiency
  • Advanced camera shot framing
  • Strong technical troubleshooting skills
  • Excellent communication and leadership

Work Rights

Not specified

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