News Director

CentralIllinoisproud Com Nexstar Broadcasting Inc

Nashville, TN, United States
Manage news department operations
Develop news coverage strategy
Critique newscasts daily
The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather, digital content, CTV and sports programming production

Job Summary

  • The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather, digital content, CTV and sports programming production.
  • Manages all aspects of the News Department, including planning, staffing, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Develops news coverage strategy for the station, website, and CTV, and ensures achievement of viewer rating goals.

Matching Summary

The News Director leads and supervises all aspects of news, weather, digital content, CTV and sports programming production.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage news department operations
  • Develop news coverage strategy
  • Critique newscasts daily
  • Manage Newsroom budget and expenses
  • Create monthly special projects
  • CTV programming and expansion

Nice-to-have

  • Forward thinking in CTV programming
  • Creative input with promotional hub
  • Work with other News directors

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field
  • Minimum five years’ experience in news programming production
  • At least three years’ experience in a leadership role
  • Experience guiding, directing and motivating subordinates
  • Experience preparing and maintaining departmental budgets

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