Senior News Director

Vista Radio Ltd.; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior News Director to lead its provincial news operations from a picturesque location on Vancouver Island. This role is pivotal in driving editorial strategy while upholding exceptional journalism standards. You will collaborate with a dynamic team, providing mentorship and overseeing content management across various platforms. Ideal candidates will have over a decade of experience in journalism, showcasing strong leadership and communication skills. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a beautiful part of British Columbia, contributing to innovative journalism practices.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of newsroom experience with proven leadership in news management.
• Expertise in editorial strategy and commitment to journalistic standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead editorial strategy and oversee news operations across B.C.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to news team members.

Skills

Journalistic Integrity

Leadership

Communication Skills

Editorial Strategy Development

SEO Best Practices

Adobe Audition

Content Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or Related Field

Tools

Adobe Audition

Newsroom Software

Broadcast Equipment

Job description

Vista Radio seeks an experienced and dynamic Senior News Director to lead provincial news operations from our Courtenay location on stunning Vancouver Island.

As a key leader within Vista Radio’s growing team, the Senior News Director will drive editorial strategy and ensure exceptional journalism standards. This role requires an innovative, solutions-focused leader dedicated to fostering effective communication and collaboration with General Managers and Program Directors.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Director of News to develop and execute editorial strategies.
• Provide strategic editorial oversight and direction across B.C.
• Conduct weekly check-ins to offer personalized coaching and mentorship to news team members.
• Oversee content management for all cluster websites, ensuring consistency and high-quality standards.
• Copy edit and review content for accuracy, quality, and alignment with editorial standards.
• Co-develop training programs and professional development initiatives alongside the Director of News.
• Partner in designing and implementing the News Director Accelerator program.
• Contribute to the creation of the Journalism 101 certification curriculum.
• Ensure adherence to current SEO best practices in all digital content.
• Occasionally voice content, including commercial reads and fill-in newscasts.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of full-time newsroom or equivalent journalistic experience.
• Proven track record of successful news management and leadership.
• Demonstrated commitment to journalistic integrity, both within the newsroom and in collaboration with other departments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary journalism/broadcast best practices.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Confident, credible, and professional on-air presence.
• Ability to thrive independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency with Adobe Audition, newsroom software, and broadcast equipment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Join Vista Radio and take your journalism leadership career to the next level in beautiful British Columbia!

Application Instructions:

Apply online here: https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/westerkirk/VISTARADIOCORPORATECAREERS/jobs/8022