Newscast Director Job at Hearst, Salinas, CA

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  • Hearst
  • Salinas, CA

Job Description

Job Description

KSBW 8 (NBC) / Central Coast ABC / Estrella TV Costa Central, part of Hearst Television, has an opening for an experienced and dynamic Newscast Director. The Newscast Director is responsible for communicating and executing all technical aspects of live production, with all technical staff, including the Producer, Technical Director, Audio Operator, Studio, Master Control, and Engineering. Positive pro-active attitude and schedule flexibility are necessary for this position. With a unique format, a dedication to hard news and the resources of Hearst Television, this is a rare opportunity to join one of the best. You will report to the Engineering Director.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Directing broadcast newscasts
  • Provide creative input and will work closely with the newscast producer and production crew
  • Be responsible for clean technical execution of the overall look of the newscast
  • Must be able to call and punch a newscast
  • In-person attendance is required
  • Fill-in Master Control Op as needed
Experience Requirements:
  • 2 years directing and technical directing fast-paced newscasts
  • Must also have experience with production switchers, video servers, and audio and studio equipment
  • Familiar or experience with Automation News Production (Sony Switcher and Ignite)
  • MOS and basic computer network understanding
  • Understanding of newsroom systems ENPS and video playback systems
  • Candidate should be a problem solver and quick thinker, using technical know-how to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live news
  • The position requires shift flexibility. Shift may include early mornings and weekend duties
  • Newscast Director will also be required to post to website as well
  • Bilingual a Plus
  • Related experience and/or training considered as well as a combination of education and experience
  • Hearst Television is a proud supporter of military veterans. Related military training and experience will be considered
Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.
  • Medical | Dental | Vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Emotional Wellness Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • LGBTQ+ Health Services
  • Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
The estimated base salary range for this role is between $42,000 and $50,000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service.

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Gangs, Flexible hours, Shift work, Early shift,

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