The Production Director is responsible for:  researching, planning, managing and producing news programming. 

Plans and develops local news programs: researches and develops ideas and budgets; writes scripts; etc.Produces program(s): conducts interviews; manages talent; may serve as editor, videographer, and/or audio/lighting specialistPost-production: edits videotape; completes related paperwork such as clearances; labels and stores completed show tapesProvides training and direction to the production staffAssist in repair and upkeep of studio and production sets and propertiesParticipate in the design of video graphics, titles, music, and creative look of shows; makes editorial decisions regarding assembly of information, illustrations, and contentPerforms miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

 Requirements & Skills:

BA or BS degree in Communications or Mass Communications with an emphasis on Television Production or related experience

*Related experience will be evaluated by Company management and may be substituted based on one years of experience equals one year of education

Minimum of two years of television directing experience preferredWorking knowledge of television production techniques and extensive experience with automation is necessaryStrong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse communityAbility to plan work schedules and assign duties; ability to provide or arrange for trainingCreative decision-making skillsSkill in organizing resources and establishing prioritiesAbility to make administrative and procedural decisionsAbility to create, compose, and edit written materialsKnowledge of professional audio/video and staging techniques, facilities, and equipmentKnowledge of audio/video tape storage and archiving proceduresKnowledge of professional audio and/or video tape editing and post-production procedures, techniques, and standardsAbility to formulate broadcast programming concepts and to plan, develop, and implement live and/or pre-recorded television programsKnowledge of television graphic design methods and techniquesKnowledge of television production set design principles and techniquesKnowledge of television programming concepts, principles, methodology, and techniques$17+hr depending on experience and skill level