Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

WKEF has an immediate opening for a Newscast Director. In this role, you'll be helping direct our fast-paced morning show and helping facilitate a steady stream of guests appearing on the morning show. You will also help run the teleprompter for on-air talent and prepare the studio for various segments.

The main responsibilities of this role will include:

• Helping direct morning show which includes punching up cameras, microphones and graphics
• Facilitate guests on the show by putting on microphones and directing them to their places in studio
• Running teleprompter for on-air talent
• Setting up and tearing down studio before and after shows

The skills you'll need to be successful in this role:

• Quick thinking
• The ability to adapt quickly and solve problems with flexibility and efficiency
• An eagerness to learn and grow
• Strong leadership and clear communication
• Proficiency in Avid, Adobe Premiere and Adobe Express a plus
• Sound news judgement
• Effectively manages time and prioritizes tasks

EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Sinclair:

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net .

About the Team

The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open-door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.