Freelance Newscast Director

WCVB, the ABC affiliate in the Boston DMA is looking for a Freelance Newscast Director. The Freelance 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, and Engineering. Positive pro-active attitude and schedule flexibility are necessary for this position. You will report to the News Director.

Job Responsibilities:

• Direct broadcast newscasts
• Provide creative input and will work closely with the newscast producer and production crew
• Be responsible for clean technical execution and the overall look of the newscast

Requirements:

• 2+ years directing and technical directing a newscast 
• Understanding of newsroom systems, ENPS and video playback systems
• Excellent communicator, efficient and effective worker with a variety of personalities in high pressure situations
• Problem solver and quick thinker, using technical know-how to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live news
• Can work flexible hours and shifts, including holidays and weekends
• Related military experience will be considered

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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.

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.