Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 14 hours ago
PMTDP - PM Technical Director/Producer
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expNexstar Media Group, Inc. is seeking a PM Technical Director/Producer to oversee the overall look and presentation of news production. The role involves collaborating with producers and production crew, managing technical requirements, and directing live broadcasts.
BroadcastingInformation ServicesMedia and EntertainmentNewsPublishingSocial Media
Responsibilities
Responsible for facilitating the overall look and presentation of news production
Accountable for interfacing and communicating all technical and staging requirements between producers and production crew
Collaborate with producers to facilitate production elements, including music, graphics, lighting, camera-blocking, guest interactions, set furnishings, and all other related presentation elements
Communicates all necessary instructions to production crew before and during newscasts
Generate daily Production Reports detailing technical and operational notes from newscasts
Follow up and reconcile technical and operational issues related to daily production processes
Call direct daily newscasts and other original productions, including post sports shows, special events, webcasts, and assists in creative services’ productions
Utilize Ross Overdrive APC, switcher, and routers while 'calling' the shows to the rest of live production positions
In addition to these Newscast Director duties, position is also required to run robotic cameras, audio board operations, floor direct, and help keep studio clean on a regular basis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Television Production or equivalent related experience
Five or more years professional experience in television production and directing
Excellent organizational and communication skills required
Must be an effective leader and able to positively motivate and effectively communicate with producers and production crew
Demonstrate excellent judgment and timely decision-making in a dynamic and fluid live news production environment
Possess a strong fundamental understanding of news video and audio production equipment technologies
Must be able to call direct and have experience on Ross Overdrive or equivalent automated systems
Must be willing to learn and adapt to new technologies
Possess a working knowledge of NRCS, video servers, graphic playout systems, video routers, switchers, ENG style cameras, robotic cameras, wireless lav microphones, and audio boards
Microsoft Office/ Outlook knowledge is also required
Ability to work precisely under deadlines and pressure
Able to make quick decisions and give accurate instructions to crew during live broadcasts
Works well as a member of a team
Demonstrates innovative thinking and creativity in all aspects of their responsibilities
Must be willing to do other assigned duties when required
Please include a link on resume to demo reel with PL track
Company
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.5M2017-09-06Post Ipo Equity· $2.5M
2003-12-05IPO
Leadership Team
Bill Sammon
SVP
Jerry Walsh
Senior Vice President, Local Content Development
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