Nexstar Media Group Inc. is hiring: Newscast Director in Fresno
Nexstar Media Group Inc., Fresno, CA, United States, 93707
The Production Director is responsible for: researching, planning, managing and producing news programming.
* Plans and develops local news programs: researches and develops ideas and budgets; writes scripts; etc.
* Produces program(s): conducts interviews; manages talent; may serve as editor, videographer, and/or audio/lighting specialist
* Post-production: edits videotape; completes related paperwork such as clearances; labels and stores completed show tapes
* Provides training and direction to the production staff
* Assist in repair and upkeep of studio and production sets and properties
* Participate in the design of video graphics, titles, music, and creative look of shows; makes editorial decisions regarding assembly of information, illustrations, and content
* Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
* BA or BS degree in Communications or Mass Communications with an emphasis on Television Production or related experience
* Related experience will be evaluated by Company management and may be substituted based on one years of experience equals one year of education
* Minimum of two years of television directing experience preferred
* Working knowledge of television production techniques and extensive experience with automation is necessary
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
* Ability to plan work schedules and assign duties; ability to provide or arrange for training
* Creative decision-making skills
* Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
* Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions
* Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials
* Knowledge of professional audio/video and staging techniques, facilities, and equipment
* Knowledge of audio/video tape storage and archiving procedures
* Knowledge of professional audio and/or video tape editing and post-production procedures, techniques, and standards
* Ability to formulate broadcast programming concepts and to plan, develop, and implement live and/or pre-recorded television programs
* Knowledge of television graphic design methods and techniques
* Knowledge of television production set design principles and techniques
* Knowledge of television programming concepts, principles, methodology, and techniques
* $17+hr depending on experience and skill level