Assistant News Director

KLFY LLC

Des Moines, IA, US
On-site
Manage news programming production
Develop news coverage strategy
Critique newscasts daily
KLFY LLC is seeking an Assistant News Director in Des Moines, IA, to support the News Director in managing news, weather, and sports programming production. The ideal candidate should have a background in broadcast journalism, leadership experience, and strong communication skills

Job Summary

  • Assists the News Director with all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, and serves as the News Director in his/her absence.
  • Develops news coverage strategy for the station and its website, and critiques newscasts daily to correct errors and improve coverage.
  • Ensures achievement of viewer rating goals and determines programming and equipment needs to produce quality programming.

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KLFY LLC is seeking an Assistant News Director in Des Moines, IA, to support the News Director in managing news, weather, and sports programming production. The ideal candidate should have a background in broadcast journalism, leadership experience, and strong communication skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • manage news programming production
  • develop news coverage strategy
  • critique newscasts daily
  • assign projects and verify deadlines
  • achieve viewer rating goals
  • determine programming needs

Nice-to-have

  • coach and mentor news staff
  • respond to coverage questions
  • identify developmental needs of others

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field
  • Minimum two years' experience in news programming production
  • Some leadership experience preferred
  • Proficiency with office equipment

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