The Newscast Director coordinates the efforts of all technical operators during newscasts and other live and recorded productions. + Direct newscasts, breaking news and other programs using Grass Valley Ignite system. Other programs could include live audiences + Observes pictures through monitors and directs camera/video staff concerning composition + Acts as a liaison between engineering and production departments + Works with the news producers to deliver a clean and high energy newscast + Switches video sources and given direction at the same time during live broadcasts + Create commands and effects for newscast and other programs + Performs other duties as assigned Requirements & Skills : + High school diploma + Fluency in English + Excellent communication skills, both oral and written + Prior newscast directing experience preferred + Minimum two years’ experience in news operations and production preferred + High stress environment with deadline pressures and the demands of breaking news which can hapen at any time + ENPS newsroom system experience preferred + Proficiency with broadcast control equipment + Ability to prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously + Must be willing and flexible to work any shift + Must be able to sit for long periods of time 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.