Assistant News Director

Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying.We are looking for an energetic Assistant News Director with proven leadership for our news team. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills. The Assistant News Director will oversee production of newscasts and online content. You will work closely with the other producers, reporters, anchors and newsroom managers on daily news coverage. The ideal candidate must be proficient in creative writing, copy editing, enterprising stories and be committed to managing compelling newscasts. You must be able to multi-task and have an eye for detail. The ideal candidate will also work with the news director and other managers to establish newsroom goals and work to develop and further the brand of each station's news programs. Our winning candidate will be someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with the audience. As a newsroom leader, the expectation is that the Assistant News Director will lead by example.Responsibilities include:Oversee newscasts, script reviews of producers and reporters for assigned newscastsAggressively lead breaking news and severe weather coverageWork closely with news director to carry out news philosophy and directionHelp news director focus on alerting, protecting and empowering our viewersReview daily newscasts to ensure quality control and brand compliancyOversee Special Projects and enterprise coveragePlanning and overseeing continuity into upcoming newscastsOther responsibilities as assignedRequirements:Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related fieldSharp video shooting and editing skillsMust have a working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel, and privacy lawsExceptional written communication skills using a conversational writing styleAbility to plan and adjust personnel during breaking newsGreat people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivatingExperience with iNews, AVID and Xpression a plus4 years' experience as a news manager preferredSinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-11-08