Newscast Director

Job Description

Newscast Director | Sinclair Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Sinclair Inc., located in Chattanooga, TN. Sinclair is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports, operating and providing services to 177 television stations across 79 markets, in addition to owning specialty channels and producing digital content. This role is integral to the smooth and professional execution of live newscasts for WTVC, directly contributing to high-quality broadcast production for local viewers. The Director ensures all technical and production elements align to deliver clean and engaging news programming.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Chattanooga, TN
• Mission: Collaborate with producers and anchors to ensure clean and polished newscasts are delivered.
• Tech Stack: Ross Overdrive

What You’ll Actually Do
• Directing: Perform assigned production duties, including the directing and audio management of newscasts.
• Coding: Code and direct assigned newscasts proficiently using the Ross Overdrive system.
• Maintenance: Maintain the production studio and control room equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Collaboration: Collaborate closely with producers and anchors to guarantee the delivery of clean and professional newscasts.
• Contribution: Perform additional tasks related to the position as assigned, which may include contributing to website content.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Foundational knowledge of broadcast production standards and equipment.
• Experience: Proven experience directing and technical directing (TDing) newscasts.
• Skills: Ability to clearly provide direction to a crew, even while working under pressure.
• Bonus: Experience coding and directing specifically on Ross Overdrive is a significant plus, and a college degree is preferred.