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VP / General Manager
The E.W. Scripps Company
San Diego, CA, United States
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Description
The E.W. Scripps Company is seeking a VP/General Manager for its ABC affiliate station KGTV in San Diego, CA. The General Manager is a collaborative leader who models the company's core values and is accountable for all areas of the station's multi-platform operation. They work with station and corporate leadership to develop strategic and operational plans that will result in the growth of the station and its people. KGTV has a great team and we need a dynamic, innovative leader to take the station to the next level.
Key activities
• Lead a fully functioning multi-platform media station with a focus on growing revenue and audience.
• Be the primary leader in generating ratings and revenue. Develop strategic plans and operational plans for the station's growth in multi-platform content delivery and revenue generation that is in alignment with the local brand.
• Lead with positive motivation, direction and insight while holding team accountable for attainment of operational goals.
• Encourage innovation across all levels of the organization.
• Provide visible leadership both inside the station and the community. Develop strong relationships with key clients and other business partners.
• Effectively communicate to department heads and all employees. Create a collaborative, team-based environment.
• Provide taining and development opportunities to team members.
• Responsible for all aspects of financial statements and ensuring station compliance with Scripps policies regarding those statements. Responsible for station operating and capital expense budgets.
• Enforce all FCC, EEO, SOX and any other appropriate rules and regulations.
• Understand and adhere to company policies, and at all times adhere to the highest ethical standards.
• Work transparently with divisional general manager and other corporate team members to improve multi-platform operations.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Education & Experience/Certifications
• Four year college degree preferred
• Requires a track record of proven leadership success in team effectiveness, revenue growth, brand development, and multi-platform audience growth.
• At least five years experience in a senior management position preferred.
Skills & Abilities
• Proven ability to cultivate innovation, risk-taking and leading change.
• Effective leader that demonstrates passion and enthusiasm for the company's mission
• Must be proficient with station computer systems.
• Prepare and monitor station budgets; maintain compliance with FCC rules and regulations
• Organize, motivate and supervise staff
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Establish cooperative working relationships both internally and externally.
• Be an effective leader
ABOUT SCRIPPS
The E.W. Scripps Company (NYSE: SSP) serves audiences and businesses through a growing portfolio of television, radio and national media brands. With 33 television stations, Scripps is one of the nation's largest independent TV station owners. Scripps runs an expanding collection of national journalism and content businesses, including Newsy, the next-generation national news network; podcast industry leader Midroll Media; and fast-growing national broadcast networks Bounce, Grit, Escape and Laff. Scripps produces original programming including "Pickler & Ben," runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, "Give light and the people will find their own way."
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