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We are looking for a strong, inspiring leader who knows how to motivate and continually evaluate a team of studio technicians by maintaining a positive, inclusive, accountable environment. The successful candidate will be a technical whiz who is not afraid to drive new ideas and always has an eye for quality and the ability to improve workflow.

Duties:

1. Coach studio technicians and provide feedback and support.
2. Assist Operations Manager in hiring, training, workflows, reviews and schedules.
3. Support and supervise special productions.

Responsibilities:

1. Video editing, floor directing, operating studio cameras/jib/steadicam and running audio board for live newscast.
2. Edit video for newscast using Adobe Premiere Pro.
3. Accountable for communicating all technical and staging requirements between producers and directors.
4. Collaborate with producers and directors to facilitate production elements, lighting, camera-blocking, props, set furnishings, and all other related presentation elements.
5. Manage guests who appear in newscasts.
6. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. 5 or more years professional experience in television production.
2. Excellent organizational and communication skills.
3. Must be able to run an audio board for live newscast, floor direct and manage studio floor.
4. Must be an effective leader and able to positively motivate and effectively communicate with producers and production crew.
5. Demonstrate excellent judgment and timely decision-making in a dynamic and fluid live news production environment.
6. Must be adaptable and flexible with changes in a fast-paced environment.
7. Possess a strong fundamental understanding of news video and audio production equipment technologies.
8. Must be willing to learn and adapt to new technologies.
9. Possess a working knowledge of non-linear video editing.
10. Able to make quick decisions and give accurate instructions to crew during live broadcasts.
11. Works well as a member of a team.
12. Demonstrates innovative thinking and creativity in all aspects of their responsibilities.
13. May be required to work early morning hours, overnight hours, weekends, and holidays.

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content. For more information, please visit our website.

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