Director of News Operations

This is a Full Time Job

The TV revolution is upon us and KIAH-TV/Houston is leading the resistance and looking for a creative leader to be Director of News Operations to join the management team responsible for supervising and producing Newsfix, the first anchorless newscast and Morning Show Eye Opener. You must have a fiery passion to help re-invent traditional news on a daily basis, live & breathe new production technologies, content aggregation and not know the meaning of “can’t do that”. If this sounds like you, then we have the opportunity of a lifetime for you! Candidates must have and/or be responsible for: At least 3 years of news management and leadership experience; Have led a large team of newsroom staff; Must be an innovator of technology and trends; Maintaining News Dept. HD digital workflow & all newsroom & multiplatform technical operations; Conduct performance reviews; Well versed in newsroom scheduling; Strong IT and engineering knowledge; Experience with SNG, ENG and digital transmission; Experience with Sony XDCAM; Expert in Final Cut Studio and server maintenance; Must have a basic understanding of Pro Tools audio design software and CS5 graphic software; Strong experience with VizRt graphics and newsroom rundown programs such as ENPS or iNews Have the ability to run a fully digital environment; Must be a creative problem solver who can work well under pressure and deadline; Experience in the use of Overdrive switcher automation, Vinten robotic studio cameras and Wheatstone automated audio equipment; Work well with News Director, Executive Producer and Managing Editors to create new content; Must have strong news judgment. Ability to schedule employee travel and coordinate news coverage; Must have a flexible schedule to meet needs of the department. Previous News experience in the Houston market a plus. So if you are news driven, bursting with creative ideas, and have the desire to create news in a totally new way, apply today!