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Oregon Assocation of Broadcasters

News Director

Oregon Assocation of Broadcasters, Bend, Oregon, United States, 97707


Station/Company: KTVZ-TV

Scroll down to find an indepth overview of this job, and what is expected of candidates Make an application by clicking on the Apply button.Location: Bend OregonHours: Full TimeJob Summary Job Posting: News DirectorNewsChannel 21, the legacy station in Bend, Oregon and the dominant news leader in Central Oregon has an exciting opportunity for someone to lead our news team as News Director. Consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America, Bend is a year-round tourist destination with plenty of recreational activities, nearby ski resort, numerous golf courses and world-famous breweries. We are family owned by News Press & Gazette, a 4th generation diversified company with deep roots in broadcast, committed to its people and properties.The News Director will oversee and provide strategic direction to the station’s news operation consisting of broadcast and digital platforms. We are looking for a strong mentor and developer of staff that considers coaching a priority. The ability to maximize resources, develop/manage departmental budget and make contributions on a larger scale as a member of the management team are some of the keys to success at the number one news station in Central Oregon.The ideal candidate will be a visionary coach, and an effective communicator with a passion for the news business. We are seeking an extraordinary journalist with strong leadership skills and a passion for accurate, impactful, memorable storytelling. We are bold and creative yet remain steadfast in our commitment to maintaining the principles that have earned our community’s trust.Minimum Requirements

A degree in Journalism, Broadcasting, Communications, or related field is preferred.A minimum of four years of newsroom or related managerial experience is a must.Please apply online at KTVZ.com. The careers page is under the about us tab.References must be made available upon request.Candidates must pass a drug test and background check.

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