About this role
We're seeking a skilled and innovative Newscast Director to lead live and recorded productions across television, streaming, and digital platforms. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced newsroom, enjoys leading production teams, and wants to help deliver engaging content to audiences wherever they watch.
What You'll Do
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Direct live newscasts, special coverage, and locally produced programming.
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Lead control room operations, coordinating cameras, audio, graphics, and production staff.
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Produce and oversee content for broadcast, streaming, OTT, CTV, and FAST channels.
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Direct breaking news, weather, sports, election coverage, and special events.
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Operate and manage live-streaming technologies, including VMIX, OBS, and related production systems.
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Partner with newsroom, digital, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality productions across multiple platforms.
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Train and mentor production staff while helping develop best practices and workflows.
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What We're Looking For
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Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
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Experience directing live television or streaming productions.
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Knowledge of control room operations, live production workflows, and digital streaming technologies.
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Ability to perform under pressure and make quick decisions during breaking news situations.
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A collaborative team player who is passionate about producing compelling content.
Qualifications
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High school diploma required; degree in Broadcast Production, Communications, Journalism, Media Production, or a related field preferred.
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At least two years of experience in television production, directing, or newsroom operations.
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Availability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and weather-related coverage.
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Why Join Us?
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Play a key role in delivering news and information that matters to your community.
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Gain hands-on experience across broadcast, streaming, and emerging digital platforms.
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Work with a collaborative team in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
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Be part of the future of local news production.