Job Information
Nexstar Media Group TV Director in Des Moines, Iowa
PURPOSE/REASON FOR THE POSITION:
Direct various live and taped broadcasts and productions, including from remote locations. Create all graphics and shot sheets for newscasts. Technical direct when assigned. Responsible for final product being developed.
PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS ESSENTIAL TO THE JOB:
Physically and verbally direct live broadcasts
Design various graphic elements for broadcasts
Adjust to breaking news or changing circumstances.
Direct/TD special programming and/or projects
Work as a liaison between news department and production department
Perform other duties such as assistant direct and studio camera operator.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Four-year degree in communication.
Three years experience directing in a television or production facility.
Knowledge of state-of-the-art equipment and techniques used in producing and directing live and taped broadcasts.
Valid drivers license is required.
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 television, streaming and digital platforms, including nearly 300,000 hours of original video content each year. Nexstar owns America’s largest local broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 212 million people. Nexstar’s national television properties include The CW, America’s fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, America’s fastest-growing national news and entertainment cable network reaching 70 million television homes, 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 The Hill and BestReviews, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. In addition to delivering exceptional content and service to our communities, Nexstar provides premium multiplatform and video-on-demand advertising opportunities at scale for businesses and brands seeking to leverage the strong consumer engagement of our compelling content offering. For more information, please visit Nexstar.tv.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.