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Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  Newscast Director (Part-Time)
FOX 6 is seeking a part-time newscast director to play an integral part in creating the best newscasts in Milwaukee.  We are looking for a visual thinker who is proactive, creative, takes initiative, reacts quickly, projects a positive attitude and keeps their composure during stressful situations.  Join a team that works hard and takes pride in delivering timely and captivating news to our audience.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful individual in this position will work with producers and control room crew to create live, compelling, error-free newscasts.  Prepare show rundowns in I-News to coordinate all live shots and cues and lead robo camera operator, audio operator and floor director as needed.  While the main emphasis is directing news, this position may be called upon to direct all types of broadcast and streaming programs including promotion, local programming, community affairs, commercials and remotes.  You will also become familiarized and gain experience with audio, robo, and whatever else comes up to assist your team.     

QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with Ross Overdrive, iNews, BitCentral, and Chyron is preferred.  Ability to work unique shifts and schedules with turnarounds from evenings to mornings is required.  Must possess the ability to communicate clearly and effectively to relay directions.  Must make quick decisions and have the ability to react quickly to changing events while remaining calm under pressure.  Strong attention to detail is necessary.  High school diploma required, college degree preferred, not required.  1-2 years’ experience in a broadcast operation preferred.  This position is represented by IBEW Local 2150.  
 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company’s success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

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