Newscast Director

Reports to: Lead-Linear TV Production
Department: News

JOB PURPOSE:
To lead, coordinate and implement the Planning, Production and Presentation of Newscasts in line with the NTV mandate.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide overall leadership and execution of LIVE coverage of any broadcast while ensuring quality assurance.
• Direct the best news-related shows and programs by keeping to deadlines and ensuring studio and equipment are in working condition at all times.
• Direct the technical aspects of newscasts and other productions including taking responsibility for the on-air product including camera shots.
• Operate equipment to produce programs or broadcast LIVE programs from remote locations.
• Advise on filter options, lens choices and the visual effects of objects being filmed with Producers and Cameramen.
• Ensure newscasts are well packaged and free of errors.
• Conceptualize and deliver breaking news as fast as it happens in a minimum turnaround time.
• Collaborate with the Production & Technical teams in determining the Presentation of News Content in line with the NTV strategic Objectives.

Qualifications and Experience:

Academic: Degree in Journalism and Media Studies
Professional: Diploma in TV Production
Experience: 2 to 3 years of working experience in TV.

Core Competencies

• Naturally proficient in the theory and practical aspects of various lighting configurations
• A sense of news and production work
• Ability to operate studio equipment
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
• Decisive and sensitive under pressure
• Acute attention to detail and drive for perfection
• Champion of product excellence
• Ability to troubleshoot any assignment difficulties that come within area of responsibility
• Ability to work long and odd hours in a fast paced environment
• Editing skills and Camera work are an added advantage