News Director

CentralIllinoisproud Com Nexstar Broadcasting Inc

Peoria, IL, United States
Base: $70k-$80k; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
News coverage strategy development
Daily newscast critique
Staff performance evaluation
The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, managing the News Department and developing news coverage strategy

Job Summary

  • The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, managing the News Department and developing news coverage strategy.
  • Responsibilities include planning staffing, training, performance evaluations, hiring, and ensuring the achievement of viewer rating goals.
  • The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company matching, life insurance, and Paid Parental Leave.

Matching Summary

The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, managing the News Department and developing news coverage strategy.

Salary

Base: $70k-$80k; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • news coverage strategy development
  • daily newscast critique
  • staff performance evaluation
  • equipment needs determination
  • achieve viewer rating goals

Nice-to-have

  • mentoring feedback to staff
  • effective listening and communication
  • team collaboration for solutions

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum five years news programming production
  • At least two years leadership experience
  • Experience guiding, directing, and motivating subordinates
  • Experience establishing long-range objectives
  • Ability to identify developmental needs and coach others
  • Experience preparing and maintaining departmental budgets

Work Rights

Not specified

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