Job Title: Assistant Director

Department: Production
Location: Reno, NV
Reports To: Operations Manager

Job Summary

The Assistant Director supports the Director and Operations Manager in executing a clean, polished newscasts and on-air content. This role assists with newscast automation, graphics, video ingest, master control, and other production and station needs as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Directors with Overdrive automation preparation and execution
• Support graphics creation and newscast pre-production
• Perform video server ingest and database management
• Assist with master control automation setup and maintenance
• Support studio operations and other production tasks as needed

(Duties may vary by shift and operational needs.)

Qualifications

• Familiarity with broadcast production equipment (video servers, audio boards, cameras, character generators, production switchers), or ability to be trained
• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or specialized training (preferred)
• Minimum of 6 months experience as a television production assistant or related experience (preferred)

Decision-Making & Responsibility

• Evaluate video quality to meet on-air standards
• Escalate procedural or personnel issues that impact production deadlines
• Provide ideas and suggestions to improve workflows and production quality

Work Schedule & Physical Requirements

• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
• Schedule may change based on station needs
• Must be able to report to work during inclement weather

Benefits

• Health, Life, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Contribution
• Holiday Pay
• …and more!

If interested, please email your resume to ECollins@SarkesTarzian.com.

Sarkes Tarzian, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.