Newscast Director
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Salary$18 – $19/hr
LocationLynchburg, VA, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
EquityIncluded
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Experience directing newscasts
Knowledge of production standards and equipment
Ability to clearly give direction to crew while under pressure
College degree preferred
Ability to read and write
Must be able to lift & position equipment of up to 40 pounds
Skills
Ross Overdrive
Benefits
Retirement plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Sick leave
Vacation time
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
About the role
WSET is looking for a Newscast Director.
Responsibilities:
Perform any production duties as assigned including:
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Direct and TD any assigned newscasts and special productions using Ross Overdrive
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Maintain studio and control room
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Studio floor manager
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Operation of robotic cameras
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Teleprompter operator
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Perform other tasks related to the position as assigned
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This is a morning shift, Monday through Friday 4am - 1pm. But you must also be willing to work holidays, nights, and weekends as needed for fill in
Requirements:
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Experience directing newscasts
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Knowledge of production standards and equipment
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Ability to clearly give direction to crew while under pressure
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Ability to read and write, college degree preferred
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Must be able to lift & position equipment of up to 40 pounds
The base hourly compensation range for this role is $17.79 to $18.89 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full-time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan
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 the company
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 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and 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.
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