WLWT-TV, the NBC affiliate in Cincinnati, has an opening for a full-time experienced Production Manager. Our Production Manager directs weekend morning newscasts and executes all technical aspects of the production with the producer, technical director, audio operator, camera operator, and studio production assistants. During the week, the Production manager’s duties include floor directing, operating Teleprompter, and supervising and training the part-time production assistant staff. You will report to the Sr Newscast Director.

Responsibilities

Direct broadcast newscasts Provide creative input and will work with the newscast producer and production crew Be responsible for clean technical execution of the look of the newscast Experience with ENPS, Vizrt graphics and Bitcentral video playback will be helpful Supervise and train Production Assistants Floor direct and run Teleprompter as scheduled Other duties as assigned

Requirements

2+ years television production experience   Experience with production switchers, video servers, and audio and studio equipment Understanding of newsroom systems, ENPS, and video playback systems MOS and basic computer network understanding Technical knowledge to resolve existing issues and to work around problems that arise during live news Must be willing to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and fill in during holidays and vacations. Must be able to perform under pressure and meet deadlines Supervisory position - strong leadership skills, effective communicator, positive attitude Related military experience will be considered In-person attendance is required

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on the whole person. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision 401(k) matching    Emotional Wellness Support Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave LGBTQ+ Health Services