KSTP-TV in Minneapolis/St. Paul is seeking an Assistant News Director.
Business Unit
KSTP-TV
Employee Classification
Full Time Regular
About Us
KSTP 5 Eyewitness News is the award-winning ABC network affiliate for the Twin Cities. Part of Hubbard Broadcasting, KSTP-TV is a longtime market leader, and is committed to excellence in all that it does-broadcast news with hyper-local coverage, important public service that deals powerfully with today's issues, and now, more than ever, top-notch digital content, to reach our viewers and followers with information the way they want to receive it. When you work for KSTP, or our other local, independently operated station KSTC, Channel 45, you will find yourself among dedicated, passionate people who work hard every day to improve our product and our community. If you have the qualifications, and you are a person of talent and integrity, we invite you to apply!
Job Overview
Helps direct and manage overall efforts of the news department.
Job Responsibilities
Assist News Director with supervisory responsibility for all broadcasts and content.
Ability to manage cross platform content creation and distribution.
Involved in hiring and performance management of direct reports.
Administer workforce scheduling of news anchors, meteorologists and reporters.
Assist News Director in the on-going scheduling and review of all newsroom personnel.
Implement tactics and strategies to increase key performance on all platforms.
Implement and have working knowledge of federal, state and local laws impacting newsgathering operations. Oversee newscast rundowns, copywriting and review of scripts for broadcast and digital.
Lead coverage planning of major events, i. e. elections, special events.
Completes other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
BA or BS degree in Journalism, Mass Communications or related field, or equivalent professional experience required. Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience working in television news, with significant experience in senior news leadership preferred.
Understanding of the Minneapolis-St. Paul market and the ability to execute a vision for newscasts to meet the needs of the audience.
Ability to think strategically and creatively, while working within accepted journalistic practices and managing a budget. Deep understanding of news content planning and editorial strategies; demonstrated ability to execute those plans and strategies, especially during periods of breaking news.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Ability to work well with and provide coaching to others across all newsroom roles.
Excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills.
Flexibility to report for work on various schedules with short notice, as may be assigned.
Working knowledge of newsroom systems, including ENPS, BitCentral, and Microsoft Office.
Must have valid driver’s license and a safe driving record as determined by the Company. Driving record will be checked prior to employment.
Additional Information
This position is subject to pre-employment driving record background check. A conviction, violation pending adjudication, or adverse driving record more than 3 years old or does not meet the major violation definition per company policy will not, on its own, disqualify an applicant. The company will use background check information in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
Compensation and Benefits
When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations.
The pay range for this position is $135,000.00 - $155,000.00 annually.
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EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.
Diversity Statement
Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.
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