Newscast Director
Nexstar Media Group • Washington, DC • Posted June 10, 2026
About the Role
DC News Now, a rapidly expanding Nexstar station in the Washington, D.C. market, is seeking a Director with extensive OverDrive experience to lead live newscasts and other productions. This is a hands-on technical role requiring precision, leadership, and adaptability in a fast-paced newsroom environment.
+ Key Responsibilities:
+ Direct live and recorded newscasts using Ross OverDrive, ensuring seamless execution of rundowns.
+ Code, organize and execute newscasts and specials using ENPS based rundowns.
+ Build and customize OverDrive coding for news productions, working closely with producers and technical staff to enhance automation efficiency.
+ Collaborate with news, production, and engineering teams to ensure smooth operations and troubleshoot technical issues.
+ Call and punch live broadcasts, special coverage, and breaking news while maintaining high production standards.
+ Lead pre-production efforts, including coding, s...
+ Key Responsibilities:
+ Direct live and recorded newscasts using Ross OverDrive, ensuring seamless execution of rundowns.
+ Code, organize and execute newscasts and specials using ENPS based rundowns.
+ Build and customize OverDrive coding for news productions, working closely with producers and technical staff to enhance automation efficiency.
+ Collaborate with news, production, and engineering teams to ensure smooth operations and troubleshoot technical issues.
+ Call and punch live broadcasts, special coverage, and breaking news while maintaining high production standards.
+ Lead pre-production efforts, including coding, s...