One America News is a 24/7 national news network committed to delivering hard hitting headlines and the latest stories from around the nation and around the world. We foster a team-oriented environment of positive, hard-working individuals.
Candidate will be responsible for directing the station's newscasts from the news automated control room with a minimal amount of errors. This position reports to a Production Manager.
Job Overview:
Assigned to daily newscasts as a director or technical director
Work with show producers using newsroom computer system to create an integrated automated show rundown
Direct control room crew for pre-production, studio shot planning and graphics integration
Direct other shows, production shoots and special reports as assigned
Assist with any studio setups including but not limited to lighting
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required. Bachelors in related discipline preferred.
3 years experience directing LIVE newscasts and 1 year experience with Ross Overdrive automation strongly preferred.
Must have previous multi-camera directing experience preferably in television news with control room automation.
Must have the ability to direct fast-pace rapidly changing productions for extended periods.
Working knowledge of state-of-the-art video switchers and effects.
Familiar with routers, video servers, audio consoles, robotic studio cameras, graphics systems and studio production equipment.
Strong computer skills.
Effective communication and people skills.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule.
Constant viewing of multiple video and computer monitors.
Flexible work hours required, including holidays, weekends, evenings and possible overtime hours.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
