News Director

Hubbard Broadcasting; Rochester; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job description

About Us

As an ABC6 News (KAAL-TV) employee, you are surrounded by opportunity while experiencing a forward-thinking philosophy. You will work among passionate, engaged professionals who work together to create content on Television and Digital platforms for our audience. Whether you are searching for a career On-Air, Behind-the-Scenes, or Marketing & Promotion, there is an opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive within ABC6 News and Hubbard Broadcasting.

Job Overview

The position of News Director is responsible for the leadership of the station's news department and directing its operations across all broadcast and digital platforms. The News Director manages all personnel and resources of the department and is responsible for evaluating, establishing, and executing the vision of ABC 6 News.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the strategic vision and editorial direction.
• Collaborate with the General Manager and station's management team on immediate and long-term objectives, overall business goals, and action plans.
• Direct all daily operations of the news department to ensure the vision and mission of ABC 6 News is understood and delivered by the entire news organization.
• Responsible and accountable for maintaining overall quality and growing the performance of the station's news content by evaluating and critiquing all newscasts and digital content (including streaming channels, websites, and mobile applications).
• Execute the station's primary commitment to being first and accurate with breaking news and severe weather coverage across all broadcast and digital platforms.
• Continually develop a strong News Department staff through applicable training, evaluation and continuing communication with team members.
• Lead ongoing recruitment to develop a diverse and talented pool of candidates for all positions in the department. Interview and hire new employees for the department.
• Uphold the high journalistic standards at the core of Hubbard Broadcasting's history. Maintain accuracy and fairness in the newsroom’s story selection and presentation.
• Be an engaged member of the community who understands the wide diversity of the market, including its many neighborhoods, issues, and special characteristics.
• Understand and incorporate market research and your own tested instincts to continue a long history of innovation in newsgathering and presentation.
• Responsible for all administrative duties of the department, including budget preparation and expense management, personnel supervision, and adherence to company policies.
• All other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in key leadership role(s) within a television newsroom preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience to meet the requirements of the position.
• Demonstrable knowledge of all phases of a television news operation including but not limited to: news reporting and writing newscast formats, news producing, newsroom organization, and newsgathering technology.
• Must be a dynamic strong leader with a clear vision and ability to communicate that vision to their staff.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Basic understanding of current newsroom technologies, including newsroom content systems, digital content creation software, and newsgathering tools.
• Ability to train and coach staff on a daily basis.

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 annual base salary range for this position is $80,000 to $110,000. For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser: https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

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.