Vice President & General Manager

Nexstar Media Inc

Peoria, Illinois, US
Base: $185k + commensurate with experience; bonus/...
5 years broadcast management experience
Lead sales-driven operational teams
Manage duopoly station operations
The Vice President/General Manager will have full oversight over Nexstar's operations of WMBD (CBS) and its agreements with Cunningham Broadcasting

Job Summary

  • The Vice President/General Manager will have full oversight over Nexstar's operations of WMBD (CBS) and its agreements with Cunningham Broadcasting.
  • The ideal candidate must possess a strong understanding of advanced digital ad solutions and new business development within a sales-driven organization.
  • Peoria, Illinois offers a welcoming community with a low cost of living, making it an attractive place to call home for this executive role.

Matching Summary

The Vice President/General Manager will have full oversight over Nexstar's operations of WMBD (CBS) and its agreements with Cunningham Broadcasting.

Salary

Base: $185k+ commensurate with experience; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for bonuses and commissions; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5 years broadcast management experience
  • Lead sales-driven operational teams
  • Manage duopoly station operations
  • Create locally originated content
  • Drive audience engagement across platforms

Nice-to-have

  • Strong background in new business development
  • Collaborative culture promotion
  • Community outreach leadership
  • Strategic vision for local broadcasting
  • Thoughtful community involvement

Key Requirements

  • Minimum five years of broadcast management experience
  • Experience managing commercial broadcast television stations
  • Proven track record managing high-performing sales and news teams

Work Rights

Not specified

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