WGNO News in New Orleans, has a rare opening for a Newscast Director. The ideal candidate is accomplished in the use of automated production systems to plan and execute pre-recorded programs, live newscasts, and live coverage of severe weather, breaking news, & special events (i.e. parades, sports championships, etc.). Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Programs and executes live and pre-recorded broadcasts with the use of multiple automated television production systems Coordinates the efforts of technical operators and field contributors during newscasts and other live & recorded productions Works with the news producers to deliver accurate, high-energy, error-free newscasts Tests equipment and troubleshoots systems regularly to ensure proper operation Edits video for newscasts, programs, and commercial productions Performs other duties as assigned Required & Preferred Capabilities: Previous experience in news production and/or live television production required. Two years preferred. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks with urgency and attention to detail Calm demeanor and ability to handle unexpected changes and challenges with aplomb and diplomacy during live broadcasts to produce polished productions Excellent communication skills Fluent in spoken and written English High school diploma Technical Skills: High confidence and ability in the use of Ross OverDrive to code and execute live and pre-recorded programs is essential. Ability to program and operate robotic camera systems for use in productions Ability to operate other graphics, video, and audio gear and systems required to produce television and digital streaming programs Strong non-linear video editing skills required --- familiarity with Adobe Premiere video editing software preferred Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment Physical Demands & Work Environment: The Newscast Director must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. In addition, the Newscast Director must be able to handle, control or feel objects, tools, or controls. Repetitive movements are required. Work may be conducted in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions. May be called upon to work a variety of shifts on different programs and dayparts. #LI-Onsite Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units. Nexstar owns America’s largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing “News for All America,” popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company’s portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv. EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.