At a glance
- Location
- KSDK-TV Saint Louis
About the role
- KSDK-TV Saint Louis seeks a Broadcast Director to direct daily newscasts and other local programs.
- The role utilizes both production automation and manual switching operations to produce fast-paced, compelling programming.
Responsibilities
- Direct daily live newscasts and recorded shows using both automation and manual switching.
- Oversee the overall look of newscasts and on-air programming.
- Identify and correct potential problems before they hit air.
- Troubleshoot technical systems when required.
- Use non-linear editing and content management systems for programming, commercial and digital content creation.
- Perform other production department duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Ability to adapt quickly and respond effectively for breaking news and unexpected events.
- Excellent communication skills, with an emphasis on working as a team with multiple departments.
- Flexible scheduling: this position includes weekends, and may also cover early mornings, nights, or holidays as needed.
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications or TV Production or related degree preferred or equivalent experience may be substituted.
- Experience (3 years preferred) with production automation, video switchers, newsroom computer systems, video servers, and graphics systems.
- Experience with ENPS, Chyron, and BitCentral systems is a plus
Benefits
- Two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Access to dental and eye care coverage
- Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) program with company match up to 4%
- Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments through Teladoc
- 12 free annual therapy sessions through Spring Health
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Nine paid holidays per year
Skills
- Production Automation
- Video Switchers
- Newsroom Computer Systems
- Video Servers
- Graphics Systems
- Non-linear Editing
- Content Management Systems
- ENPS
- Chyron
- BitCentral
