President And General Manager, Wpvi-tv

Disney Entertainment

Philadelphia, PA, USA
Base: $411,900 to $552,500 py; bonus/equity: bonus...
10+ years broadcast station leadership
Top market general manager experience
Multi-platform content strategy execution
The President and General Manager will lead the No. 1 station in Philadelphia for almost 45 years, managing strategies across all platforms to drive audience growth

Job Summary

  • The President and General Manager will lead the No. 1 station in Philadelphia for almost 45 years, managing strategies across all platforms to drive audience growth.
  • This executive is responsible for upholding the commitment to quality journalism while evolving the WPVI-TV brand into a hub for localized, high-impact content.
  • The role requires direct oversight of 24/7 broadcast operations, synergy with Disney lines of business, and the development of unified CTV strategies for streaming platforms.

Matching Summary

The President and General Manager will lead the No. 1 station in Philadelphia for almost 45 years, managing strategies across all platforms to drive audience growth.

Salary

Base: $411,900 to $552,500 per year; Bonus/Equity: Bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided; Benefits: Full range of medical, financial, and other benefits dependent on level

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years broadcast station leadership
  • Top market General Manager experience
  • Multi-platform content strategy execution
  • FCC rules and regulations legal understanding
  • Union contract negotiation experience
  • Budgeting and strategic planning management

Nice-to-have

  • Participative leadership approach fostering innovation
  • Experience in top 25 market GM role
  • Creative thinker maximizing brand resources
  • Ability to drive modernization and change
  • Strong community relationship building skills

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years as leader at top market broadcast station
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline
  • Legal understanding of FCC rules and regulations
  • Experience working with unions and contract negotiations
  • Experience managing budgeting processes and strategic planning

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