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Director, News
Tribune Company
Fort Smith, AR, United States
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Job Title: News Director
Station:KFSM-TV/KXNW-TVReports to: General Manager
Purpose/reason for this Position:
KFSM-TV(CBS) and KXNW-TV (MyNet) has an opening for a News Director to manage the most watched news team leading our efforts to make 5NEWS available 24/7 on multiple platforms. The right candidate will be a positive motivator, innovator and problem-solver. The News Director must have a passion for winning viewers by staying true to a brand that promotes a total commitment to the communities. We tell stories and report news from a local perspective that respects the concerns of our viewers.
This is a position for a proven leader who will embrace new challenges while bringing solid news judgment and experience guiding the top news team in the market. The News Director must have a working knowledge of digital platforms and creating solid content on multiple platforms.
Northwest Arkansas is growing market which is home to Walmart and the University of Arkansas. Our cost of living and quality of life consistently ranks among best in nation. The scenic beauty of this region must be seen to be believed. If you work hard and play harder, this is a great place to for you.
Responsibilities:
Core Job Functions:
• Manage all news staff, content and station news brand across multiple platforms every day.
• Execute the station’s strategic plan and news philosophy daily.
• Control the day-to-day budget, approving expenses and monitoring overtime and all other costs.
• Responsible for all personnel decisions, performance reviews and human resources procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned. No job too big or too small.
Qualifications:
Minimum Knowledge Skills & Abilities:
The right candidate must have experience in managing a complex news operation. The News Director will need excellent news judgment, knowledge of human resources policies and procedure, FCC regulations and a firm grasp of strategic news planning and positioning. Must have a valid state driver's license (or be able to get one).
Education Requirements:
We’re looking for a news manager with a journalism degree and a minimum of 2-years management experience in a TV newsroom.
Statement about Other Duties:
The foregoing is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all functions essential to the job for which the employee is responsible, nor an exhaustive list of the minimum requirements and specifications necessary to perform the essential functions, including all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different functions be performed when circumstances change or exigencies require it.
If interested, please apply at http://www.tribunemedia.com/careers/. No phone calls please.
KFSM-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Company Info:
Tribune Media Company (NYSE: TRCO) is home to a diverse portfolio of television and digital properties driven by quality news, entertainment, and sports programming. Tribune Media is comprised of Tribune Broadcasting's 42 owned or operated local television stations reaching more than 50 million households, national entertainment network WGN America, whose reach is approaching 80 million households, Tribune Studios, and a variety of digital applications and websites commanding 60 million monthly unique visitors online.
Tribune Media also includes Chicago's WGN-AM and the national multicast networks Antenna TV and THIS TV. Additionally, the Company owns and manages a significant number of real estate properties across the U.S. and holds a variety of investments, including a 31% equity interest in TV Food Network and a 32% equity interest in CareerBuilder. For more information please visit http://www.tribunemedia.com.