News Director
Coastal Television Holdings Group, LLC - Duluth, Minnesota, United States, 55806![Coastal Television Holdings Group, LLC](/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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Overview
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced News Director to join our team at KQDS (https://www.fox21online.com/) in Duluth, MN. As the News Director, you will oversee all aspects of our news operations, including content creation, editorial direction, and team management.
Why us?
Television broadcasting is an awesome industry, and this position enables you to accelerate your career in a constantly evolving broadcast industry. We are a rapidly growing privately held group of television stations operating in twelve markets within nine states across four time zones. We cultivate and support our professionals with continued feedback and assistance from our hands-on senior management team, but we also offer promotional opportunities within our company.
What you’ll do
Develop and implement editorial strategies to ensure high-quality, relevant, and engaging news content.
Manage a team of journalists, reporters, and producers, providing guidance, feedback, and training as needed.
Collaborate with other departments, such as production and sales, to ensure cohesive and effective news coverage.
Monitor news developments and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
Maintain editorial standards and ensure compliance with legal and ethical guidelines.
Oversee the production of news segments, ensuring they are accurate, balanced, and well-presented.
Represent the station at community events and with external partners.
What qualities we want to find in you
Knowledge of on-air and online techniques, procedures, protocols, and standards.
Collect, evaluate, and adapt news to deliver compelling on-air and online content.
Communicate a compelling and inspired vision consistent with the company’s strategic objectives.
Supervise and train employees including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
Are team-oriented and can work well both collaboratively and independently.
You “MUST HAVE” these qualifications to be considered for this opportunity.
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in a newsroom, with a proven track record of editorial leadership.
Strong editorial judgment and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Familiarity with broadcast news operations and technologies.
Knowledge of the Duluth media market and community.
Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
Fluent in English.
To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and relevant work samples to Tom Baker: tbaker@kvrr.com.
What do we offer the successful candidate?
In addition to an exciting career, the successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation package based on their skills and work experience. Some benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement.
COASTAL TELEVISION BROADCASTING GROUP LLC IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Experience:
Newsroom: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Duluth, MN 55812 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Duluth, MN 55812: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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