Newscast and Technical Director

WMUR-TV, the ABC affiliate in Manchester, NH, has an opening for an experienced and dynamic Newscast Ignite Director-TD. The Newscast Ignite Director-TD is responsible for communicating and executing all technical aspects of live production, with all technical staff, including the Producer, Studio Operators, and Engineering.  A positive pro-active attitude, and schedule flexibility are necessary for this position.  With a unique format, a dedication to hard news and the resources of Hearst Television, this is a rare opportunity to join one of the best. You will report to the Engineering Director.

Job Responsibilities:

• Using Ignite to Direct/Technical Direct broadcast newscasts
• Provide creative input and will work closely with the newscast producer and production crew.
• Be responsible for clean technical execution of the overall look of the newscast.
• Must be able to call and punch a newscast.
• Supervisory position.
• Must be able to operate audio, playback, cameras, and TelePrompTer for live news broadcasts.

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience with production switchers, video servers, audio and studio equipment.
• Equivalent military experience will be considered.
• Automation experience is preferred.  We operate GrassValley Ignite.
• Experience with a Sony MVS 8000G Production Switcher is preferred.
• Experience with ENPS, VIZRT graphics and Bitcentral video playback will be helpful.
• Experience with Robotic cameras is preferred.
• Candidate should be a problem solver and quick thinker, using technical know-how to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live news.
• MOS and basic computer network understanding.
• Must be willing to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and fill in during holidays and vacations.
• Must be able to perform under pressure and meet deadlines

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on the whole person. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

• Medical | Dental | Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs