News Director

Job description

Local News Director 16WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director . Our next newsroom leader will have the experience to guide trusted daily news execution and a collaborative leadership style to inspire our committed team of journalists. You will lead our team in the execution of market-leading breaking news, weather coverage and community service on all platforms daily. With a unique format and the resources of Hearst Television, this is a rare opportunity to join the best in the business. You will report to the President & General Manager. Responsibilities: - Editorial leadership and local news department serving multiple platform - Recruit and coach editorial team - Develop contemporary news product on all platforms - Budget administration - Develop and execute news operation strategy - Collaborate with other department heads on station plans Requirements: - 3+ years of broadcast television newsroom operation management - Experience mentoring news staff - Demonstrate how you have improved news product at another broadcast television station - Experience managing multiple hours of daily newscasts - Have and exhibit unwaverin...