Vice President & General Manager

Nexstar Media Group

Peoria, IL, United States
$185k + ; bonuses + commissions eligibility; not s...
Leading broadcast operational teams
Advanced digital ad solutions
Creating locally originated content
The Vice President/General Manager will have full oversight over Nexstar’s operations of WMBD (CBS) and will oversee its operational agreements with Cunningham Broadcasting providing services to WYZZ (Fox), as well as centralillinoisproud.com and all other digital, mobile, and social assets for the stations

Job Summary

  • The Vice President/General Manager will have full oversight over Nexstar’s operations of WMBD (CBS) and will oversee its operational agreements with Cunningham Broadcasting providing services to WYZZ (Fox), as well as centralillinoisproud.com and all other digital, mobile, and social assets for the stations.
  • A demonstrated ability to promote a collaborative culture within all station departments is essential, ensuring operational efficiencies and continued growth.
  • The right fit for this position will be a seasoned and knowledgeable professional who is a driven advocate of local broadcasting and digital service to the community in which they have previously served.

Matching Summary

The Vice President/General Manager will have full oversight over Nexstar’s operations of WMBD (CBS) and will oversee its operational agreements with Cunningham Broadcasting providing services to WYZZ (Fox), as well as centralillinoisproud.com and all other digital, mobile, and social assets for the stations.

Salary

$185k+; Bonuses and commissions eligibility; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Leading broadcast operational teams
  • Advanced digital ad solutions
  • Creating locally originated content
  • Driving audience engagement
  • Promote collaborative culture
  • Managing high-performing sales teams
  • Engage local community leaders

Nice-to-have

  • Strong sense of neighborhood
  • Vibrant arts scene
  • Balanced lifestyle

Key Requirements

  • Minimum of five years broadcast management experience
  • Experience managing a duopoly station is preferred
  • Proven track record of managing news teams

Work Rights

Not specified

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