Univision
Vice President, Director of News Content
Univision, Teaneck, New Jersey, us, 07666
Univision New York, the leading and most trusted news content organization, is searching for a non-traditional VP, Director of News Content to drive brand, innovate ideas, and formulate strategies to future-proof Univision New York’s leadership position across its multiple media platforms.
If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.We are looking for a best-in-class leader with the highest level of news judgment, journalistic integrity, and people management skills. The candidate must also be a community centric content expert, who fully understands the role of digital and non-linear distribution platforms.The right candidate will supervise and coordinate news staff and all news activities in a manner that will produce quality and engaging content using all available resources in an efficient and cost-effective manner in the New York market. He/she will manage an experienced editorial team and work closely with National and Local News departments, production, sales, engineering, radio stations, reporters, and digital staff. Qualified candidate must also demonstrate knowledge of current local, national, and international events.This position reports to the VP, Local News and works closely with the station’s General Manager, Production, Engineering, Promotion, and Public Affairs departments. Cooperation with Sales Department is important for sales of news franchises, sponsorships, and specials.YOUR DAY-DAY:Set goals, objectives and standards for news staff and the news broadcastMap out coverage strategies and plan assignments that are compatible with station’s image, goals, and brandNews and content innovationBrand managementDigital, Social, Audio, Online Streamlining and Linear platform distributionManage and train staff on an on-going basisResponsible for final news productPossess excellent news judgment to lead our daily news coverage across all media platformsLead, coach and motivate a strong team of journalists to raise the bar on their newscasts and storiesWin breaking news and weather coverage in the hearts and minds of New YorkersWork with producers, anchors, weather talent and reporters to develop branded “protective” content that will super-serve our audienceResponsible to produce any special news programs i.e. debates, election coverageAdhere to and manage the operating budget of the news departmentAttend weekly meetings with Local News VP. Also, attend weekly station meetings with General Manager to advise and update on news operations and issues as well as weekly manager meetings to ensure open communications within stationCoordinate all production and engineering requirements for newscastsCoordinate all technical requirements/problems with the production and engineering department headsArrange for and coordinate news promotions with Promotions departmentWork with Senior Research Analyst in using company news research tools for tracking performance in viewership of all news showsRecruiting and hiring news staffWork with the Human Resources department on performance reviews and any personnel issuesEstablish and maintain organizational chart for the news department as to job titles, chain of command, and responsibilitiesResponsible for implementing and assuring that the news staff follows all news department and company policiesYOU HAVE:Broadcast journalism degree from accredited four-year college/university or equivalent experienceMinimum ten years’ experience in all facets of television news production, writing, editing, camera operations and reportingMinimum five years’ experience in a medium to large market directing a news departmentBilingual, Spanish and English, both written and oralPossess excellent leadership and team building skillsDeep knowledge of New York DMA news marketAbility to develop road map strategyAbility to work in a high-pressure environmentWorking knowledge of studio equipment, cameras teleprompter, lighting, and audioStrong ability to develop and maintain rapport with communityAbility to adapt current resources to emerging technologyAbility to work closely with technical teamOUR BENEFITS:TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.#LI-ONSITEUnivision is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.We are looking for a best-in-class leader with the highest level of news judgment, journalistic integrity, and people management skills. The candidate must also be a community centric content expert, who fully understands the role of digital and non-linear distribution platforms.The right candidate will supervise and coordinate news staff and all news activities in a manner that will produce quality and engaging content using all available resources in an efficient and cost-effective manner in the New York market. He/she will manage an experienced editorial team and work closely with National and Local News departments, production, sales, engineering, radio stations, reporters, and digital staff. Qualified candidate must also demonstrate knowledge of current local, national, and international events.This position reports to the VP, Local News and works closely with the station’s General Manager, Production, Engineering, Promotion, and Public Affairs departments. Cooperation with Sales Department is important for sales of news franchises, sponsorships, and specials.YOUR DAY-DAY:Set goals, objectives and standards for news staff and the news broadcastMap out coverage strategies and plan assignments that are compatible with station’s image, goals, and brandNews and content innovationBrand managementDigital, Social, Audio, Online Streamlining and Linear platform distributionManage and train staff on an on-going basisResponsible for final news productPossess excellent news judgment to lead our daily news coverage across all media platformsLead, coach and motivate a strong team of journalists to raise the bar on their newscasts and storiesWin breaking news and weather coverage in the hearts and minds of New YorkersWork with producers, anchors, weather talent and reporters to develop branded “protective” content that will super-serve our audienceResponsible to produce any special news programs i.e. debates, election coverageAdhere to and manage the operating budget of the news departmentAttend weekly meetings with Local News VP. Also, attend weekly station meetings with General Manager to advise and update on news operations and issues as well as weekly manager meetings to ensure open communications within stationCoordinate all production and engineering requirements for newscastsCoordinate all technical requirements/problems with the production and engineering department headsArrange for and coordinate news promotions with Promotions departmentWork with Senior Research Analyst in using company news research tools for tracking performance in viewership of all news showsRecruiting and hiring news staffWork with the Human Resources department on performance reviews and any personnel issuesEstablish and maintain organizational chart for the news department as to job titles, chain of command, and responsibilitiesResponsible for implementing and assuring that the news staff follows all news department and company policiesYOU HAVE:Broadcast journalism degree from accredited four-year college/university or equivalent experienceMinimum ten years’ experience in all facets of television news production, writing, editing, camera operations and reportingMinimum five years’ experience in a medium to large market directing a news departmentBilingual, Spanish and English, both written and oralPossess excellent leadership and team building skillsDeep knowledge of New York DMA news marketAbility to develop road map strategyAbility to work in a high-pressure environmentWorking knowledge of studio equipment, cameras teleprompter, lighting, and audioStrong ability to develop and maintain rapport with communityAbility to adapt current resources to emerging technologyAbility to work closely with technical teamOUR BENEFITS:TelevisaUnivision believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.#LI-ONSITEUnivision is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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