Newscast Director

WGME is looking for a Director for our Newscast. The perfect candidate will have experience with iNews and Ross Overdrive. They will be a team player that won’t mind working across departments to ensure success. Their passion for local news will show in clean, tight newscasts. If this sounds like your next career step, we’d like to talk to you. Responsibilities Perform any production duties as assigned including: Direct and TD any assigned newscasts and productions Create graphics daily using Photoshop and Deko Train production crew in cameras, audio, graphics, etc. Supervise production crew on a daily basis Maintain production studio and control room Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include website contribution Requirements Experience Directing and TDing newscasts Knowledge of production standards and equipment Full working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite Ability to clearly give direction to crew while under pressure Typing and good spelling skills necessary Ability to read and write, college degree preferred Must be able to lift & position 40 pound lighting instruments The base hourly compensation range for this role is $19.48 to $22.12. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan. EEO AND INCLUSIVITY: Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sinclair Broadcast Group