Production Director (JR034651)

KTNV, The E.W. Scripps owned ABC affiliate and home of the Las Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas, NV, is seeking a talented Production Director to join our team! In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our television production, directing fast-paced, complex newscasts and other local programming. You will direct the station’s newscasts from the news automated control room while acting as resource for colleagues.  Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring smooth broadcasts and assisting with pre-production tasks for our newscasts. If you’re passionate about creating high-quality television content, we want to hear from you!

Living and working as a Production Director for Scripps in Las Vegas, NV offers an exciting and vibrant lifestyle that’s hard to match elsewhere.  The city renowned for its world-class entertainment, with constant concerts, shows and events to enjoy.   Beyond the famous Strip, Las Vegas boasts a diverse culinary scene, from celebrity chef restaurants to hidden local gems. The city’s year-round warm weather and abundant sunshine make it perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, with nearby natural wonders like Red Rock Canyon and Lake Mead offering ample opportunities for hiking, rock climbing, and water sports. With its unique blend of urban excitement and desert beauty, Las Vegas truly offers something for everyone.

Joining Scripps, a respected name in journalism, means you’ll be part of a company that values innovation and integrity, providing you with the resources and support to excel in your role as a Production Director.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Direct or technical direct assigned daily newscasts.
• Work with show producers using newsroom computer system to create an integrated automated show rundown.
• Direct control room crew for pre-production, studio shot planning and graphics integration.
• Direct other shows, production shoots and special reports as assigned.
• Assist with studio setups including but not limited to lighting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Associates degree in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
• Specialized training/certification may be required
• Generally, 5+ years of experience in related field preferred

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Must have the ability to direct fast-pace rapidly changing productions for extended periods.
• Working knowledge of state-of-the-art video switchers and effects.
• Familiar with routers, video servers, audio consoles, robotic studio cameras, graphics systems and studio production equipment.
• Strong computer skills.
• Effective communication and people skills.
• Ability to perform constant viewing of multiple video and computer monitors
• Flexible work hours required, including holidays, weekends, evenings and possible overtime hours
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

If you are a current Scripps employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at Scripps.

SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO A CULTURE THAT CREATES CONNECTION:

At Scripps, we are committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections. To successfully deliver on this commitment, we must understand and reflect the values and perspectives those around us embody. That process begins by looking inward to build and celebrate a respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection. By continuing to cultivate an environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen, we will strengthen the connections that drive positive business impact and align with our core purpose. 

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As one of the nation’s largest local TV broadcasters, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. Scripps reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets Scripps News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps’ long-time motto is: “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.