News Director

MyPanhandle Com Nexstar Broadcasting Inc

Peoria, IL, United States
$70k-$80k ph
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News coverage strategy development
Newscast critique and mentoring
Staffing and performance management
** MyPanhandle Com Nexstar Broadcasting Inc is seeking a News Director to oversee all aspects of news, weather, and sports programming production at their Peoria, IL location. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in news programming, strong leadership skills, and a passion for developing effective news coverage strategies. **

Job Summary

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

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** MyPanhandle Com Nexstar Broadcasting Inc is seeking a News Director to oversee all aspects of news, weather, and sports programming production at their Peoria, IL location. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in news programming, strong leadership skills, and a passion for developing effective news coverage strategies. **

Salary

$70k-$80k

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • news coverage strategy development
  • newscast critique and mentoring
  • staffing and performance management
  • budget preparation and maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • guiding and motivating subordinates
  • identifying developmental needs of others
  • establishing long-range objectives

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field
  • Minimum five years’ experience in news programming production
  • At least two years’ experience in a leadership role
  • Proficiency with office equipment

Work Rights

Not specified

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