UIWtv Student Broadcasting News Director (2026-2027)
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
None.
Position Information:
Position Title
Position Title UIWtv Student Broadcasting News Director (2026-2027)
Academic Year
Academic Year 2026-2027
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary:
The UIWtv Student Broadcasting News Director (ND) is responsible for all on-air Newscast. The station promotes education while serving the university as a positive, reliable, and entertaining source of campus news, sports, and events. The UIWtv Student Broadcasting News Director reports to the COMM / FILM faculty. This is a student position open to current UIW students who may be hired through the Federal Work-Study Program or student employment.
Essential Functions: Write, verify and approve scripts and stack the rundown.
Manage the daily operations of UIWtv.
Learn to deal with real-life production challenges and gain professional experience and receive hands‑on experience for students with an interest in the production process and aesthetics of broadcast television.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Ability to shoot, write and edit News Packages and VO/ SOTS.
Ability to give and take direction from others.
Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbally with others.
Knowledge of TriCaster Switcher, PremierePro, camera equipment, and strong writing skills.
Team player with a willingness to help and mentor students.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education: Full‑time UIW Communication Arts student.
Required Work Experience
None.
Preferred Qualifications:
Successful completion of COMM 3395 TV Practicum or COMM 3353 Broadcast Journalism.
Knowledge of TriCaster production switcher.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
None.
Work Hours
Must be available for rehearsals and live broadcasts.
Rehearsals and broadcasts will be every other Thursday from 11am -1pm.
Additional rehearsals will also be scheduled based upon the availability of the Officers and News Talent.
Physical Demands
Ability to lift up to up to 20 pounds
Posting Number
Posting Number STU1548PO
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Type
Job Type Part Time
Job Category
Job Category Students
Desired Start Date
Desired Start Date 08/03/2026
Multi-Hire Pool
Multi-Hire Pool Yes
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to
Reports to COMM/FILM Faculty
Salary
Salary $12/hr
Open Date
Open Date 04/01/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
None.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Student Class Schedule
Optional Documents
Other Document
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Yes, I am a doctoral student
Yes, I am a graduate student
Yes, I am a senior
Yes, I am a junior
Yes, I am a sophomore
Yes, I am a freshman
No, I am not a UIW student
- Are you a current UIW undergraduate student majoring in Communication Arts?
Yes
No
- Are you eligible for Financial Aid and approved to participate in the Federal Work Study program?
yes
no
I don't know
