Comox Valley Record General Manager

Black Press Media; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Press Media is seeking a General Manager for the Comox Valley Record in British Columbia. The role focuses on driving revenue and audience growth while fostering team development and innovation. Candidates should have extensive experience in digital media and proven leadership skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefit packages

Opportunity to advance within the company

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in a digital growth-focused environment.
• Proven leadership abilities and business management understanding.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to foster collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall revenue and audience growth, including digital and print.
• Encourage team building and create an innovative environment.
• Develop and drive new revenue opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Innovation

Job description

Black Press Media is seeking a dynamic and results-driven General Manager to join our team at the Comox Valley Record on Vancouver Island in British Columbia.

Based in Comox or Courtney, BC, you are an experienced media professional with strong digital credentials who wants to combine business success with the ability to enrich the lives of others.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall revenue and audience growth, including digital and print
• Encourage team building and create an innovative and entrepreneurial environment
• Represent the Comox Valley Record at community and client functions
• Establish and maintain relationships with industry influencers and key strategic partners
• Use knowledge of the market and competitors to identify and develop the company’s unique selling propositions and differentiators.
• Develop and drive new revenue opportunities
• Manage all aspects of the local operation including team development and expense management.
  
  

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience in a digital growth-focussed environment
• Proven leadership abilities
• Demonstrated understanding of business management
• The ability to manage multiple customer segments
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to foster collaboration and innovation
  
  

What We Offer

This dynamic role offers the opportunity to make a difference in your community while living in an area that’s known for its blend of outdoor adventure, beautiful scenery and a relaxed lifestyle. The successful candidate will report to the Regional Group Publisher at Black Press Media, a division of Carpenter Media Group.

About Black Press Media

Black Press Media, a division of Carpenter Media Group, is one of the largest independent media companies in Canada, with over 80 newsrooms across British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and the U.S. Pacific Northwest. Our mission is to deliver trusted, local journalism that strengthens communities and keeps people informed.

We offer competitive salary and benefit packages, as well as the opportunity to advance within the company.

Total annual remuneration potential – $75,000 to $99,000

Please Send Your Cover Letter And Resume To

Mary Kemmis

Senior Vice President

[e-mail]

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.