About this role
The Assistant News Director assists the News Director with all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, and serves as the News Director in his/her absence.
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Assists the News Director with management of all aspects of the News Department (other than Production.)
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Assists with planning, staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the News Department.
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Consults on decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees.
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Develops news coverage strategy for the station and its website.
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Critiques newscasts daily to correct errors, improve coverage and provide mentoring feedback to news staff.
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Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met.
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Ensures achievement of viewer rating goals.
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Determines programming and evaluation of equipment needs to produce quality programming.
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Responds to coverage questions.
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Serves as the News Director in his/her absence.
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Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements & Skills:
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Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
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Fluency in English.
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Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
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Minimum two years’ experience in news programming production, with some leadership experience preferred. (Depending on market size.)
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Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.
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Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.
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Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
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Ability to effectively listen to fully understand employee needs and communicate with a team to shape a solution. You must apply online to be considered for this position. Please go to: www.nexstar.tv to access all career opportunities for WOWK-TV and Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc.
WOWK-TV is an equal opportunity employer.