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WPLG, Inc

Newscast Director

Pay: Not specified
Posted: 07/02/2026
Location: Pembroke Park, FL (Onsite)
Last Updated: 2 weeks ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 9/16/2026

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A Media or Talent Director directs and coordinates activities of personnel engaged in preparation of stage, television, radio, or motion picture productions, or auditions and interviews performers to select most appropriate talent for parts in these productions.

$105,528 / year median in Florida

+7% projected growth

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Newscast Director WPLG, Inc Pembroke Park, FL Job Details Full-time 3 hours ago Qualifications Live event projects Mid-level Broadcast cameras Avid Media Composer Automated systems Live production performance Broadcast studio equipment operation Lighting for video production Satellite television system operation Avid Media editing tools Live TV broadcast project management Full Job Description 2025-2026/33 Director (Ross OverDrive Operator) As of July 2, 2026
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(Ross OverDrive Operator) The ideal candidate has a creative vision, and does more than follow a producer's rundown. We want directors who help create our newscasts and other special programming. Our directors are expected to catch mistakes before they hit air. We want directors to seek out new ways to shoot the talent, new ideas for lighting, special effects and other creative elements in our programming. A minimum of 2 years prior directing and/or technical directing experience is a requirement for this position. Operation and/or training on Ross OverDrive automation system is a plus! Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: the ability to lead a crew in executing an innovative live broadcast format on a multi-venue set with a heavy emphasis on local and satellite live remotes. Candidate will be responsible for working with state of the art equipment. Experience using iNEWS, Ross OverDrive and production switchers, XPression graphics system and Avid Command is helpful but not a requirement. This is not an entry-level position. •All of the essential functions of this position are not necessarily described in this posting. •We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age gender, marital status, disability, matriculation or political affiliation. Any offer of employment is conditioned on successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and drug screen, investigative background check, employment/education verifications and reference checks. Please follow link below to apply for
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Daniel Bruederlin Chief Newscast Director
WPLG/TV 3401 W.
Hallandale Beach Blvd. Pembroke Park, FL 33023 No phone calls please.