DC News Now, part of Nexstar Broadcasting Inc, is seeking a Newscast Director with extensive OverDrive experience to lead live broadcasts in a fast-paced newsroom. The role requires strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and adaptability to manage and enhance news productions effectively
Job Summary
Direct live and recorded newscasts using Ross OverDrive, ensuring seamless execution of rundowns.
Build and customize OverDrive coding for news productions, working closely with producers and technical staff to enhance automation efficiency.
Adapt to last-minute changes and breaking news, making quick decisions under pressure.
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DC News Now, part of Nexstar Broadcasting Inc, is seeking a Newscast Director with extensive OverDrive experience to lead live broadcasts in a fast-paced newsroom. The role requires strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and adaptability to manage and enhance news productions effectively.
Salary
$26-$31 hourly; Benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Ross OverDrive automation
live newscast direction
ENPS based rundowns
production automation programs
camera shot composition
Nice-to-have
studio lighting knowledge
Streamdeck, OBS, TVU, Optic, Chyron, Bit Central, Cue-Script