UIWtv Student Broadcasting News Director

UIWtv Student Broadcasting News Director (2026-2027) Please see Special Instructions for more details. None. Position Information Position Title Position Title UIWtv Student Broadcasting News Director (2026-2027) Academic Year Academic Year 2026-2027 UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good. Position Summary The UIWtv Student Broadcasting News Director (ND) is responsible for all on-air Newscast. The station promotes education while serving the university as a positive, reliable, and entertaining source of campus news, sports, and events. The UIWtv Student Broadcasting News Director reports to the COMM / FILM faculty. This is a student position open to current UIW students who may be hired through the Federal Work-Study Program or student employment. Essential Functions Write, verify and approve scripts and stack the rundown. Manage the daily operations of UIWtv. Learn to deal with real-life production challenges and gain professional experience and receive hands‑on experience for students with an interest in the production process and aesthetics of broadcast television. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities Ability to shoot, write and edit News Packages and VO/ SOTS . Ability to give and take direction from others. Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbally with others. Knowledge of TriCaster Switcher, PremierePro, camera equipment, and strong writing skills. Team player with a willingness to help and mentor students. Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA . Required Education Full‑time UIW Communication Arts student. Required Work Experience None. Preferred Qualifications Successful completion of COMM 3395 TV Practicum or COMM 3353 Broadcast Journalism. Knowledge of TriCaster production switcher. Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations None. Work Hours Must be available for rehearsals and live broadcasts. Rehearsals and broadcasts will be every other Thursday from 11am -1pm. Additional rehearsals will also be scheduled based upon the availability of the Officers and News Talent. Physical Demands Ability to lift up to up to 20 pounds Posting Number Posting Number STU1548PO Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 1 Job Type Job Type Part Time Job Category Job Category Students Desired Start Date Desired Start Date 08/03/2026 Multi-Hire Pool Multi-Hire Pool Yes Position End Date (if temporary) Reports to Reports to COMM/FILM Faculty Salary Salary $12/hr Open Date Open Date 04/01/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant None. EOE UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy). Required Documents Resume Cover Letter/Letter of Application Student Class Schedule Optional Documents Other Document Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Yes, I am a doctoral student Yes, I am a graduate student Yes, I am a senior Yes, I am a junior Yes, I am a sophomore Yes, I am a freshman No, I am not a UIW student * Are you a current UIW undergraduate student majoring in Communication Arts? Yes No * Are you eligible for Financial Aid and approved to participate in the Federal Work Study program? yes no I don't know #J-18808-Ljbffr