News & Content Director
Nexstar Media Group Inc. - Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146![Nexstar Media Group Inc.](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunityEssential DutiesManages all aspects of the News Department and News Production.Plans and manages staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the News Department.Makes decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion, and termination of employees.Develops news coverage strategy for the station and its website and streaming platforms.Critiques newscasts daily to correct errors, improve coverage and provide mentoring feedback to news staff.Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met.Ensures achievement of viewer rating goals, growing audiences across all platforms.Determines programming and evaluation of equipment needs to produce quality programming.Responds to coverage questions.Works with other senior station leaders to establish and reach station goals.Performs other duties as assigned.Requirements & SkillsBachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.Fluency in English.Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.Minimum five years’ market experience in news programming production, with at least two years’ experience in a leadership role.Experience guiding, directing, and motivating employees, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.Experience establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or help improve their knowledge or skills.Experience preparing and maintaining departmental budgets.Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.Effectively listen to fully understand employee needs and communicate with a team to shape a solution.Proficiency with computers, software, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.To Apply, please visit the Nexstar Website at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstarOr the Fox2Now Website at: https://jobs.fox2now.comto complete the application process. To be considered for this job you must apply online, no calls please.EOEKTVI/ KPLR is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.KTVI/ KPLR values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check.
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