Assistant News Director

Wyff4 News; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Assistant Local News Director to lead a dynamic news team in Greenville, SC. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape impactful community stories and manage breaking news coverage across multiple platforms. With a focus on creativity and strong leadership, you will work closely with the News Director to enhance the newsroom's brand and ensure the delivery of high-quality news content. Join a company recognized for its commitment to diversity and excellence in journalism, and make a significant impact on the community you serve.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Qualifications

• 2+ years of newsroom supervisory experience required.
• Experience managing large staff in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and editorial content of the newsroom.
• Plan event coverage and assist with sweeps planning.

Skills

News Judgment

Management Skills

Breaking News Coverage

Adaptability

Job description

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Assistant Local News Director

WYFF4, the NBC affiliate in Greenville, SC, is searching for a passionate, creative, and experienced news leader to fill an Assistant News Director role. You will have excellent news judgment, management skills, and a bold approach to breaking news coverage—on the air and online. You will help lead our news team in executing market-defining breaking news, weather coverage, and community service on all platforms daily. As Assistant News Director, you will facilitate impactful community-based stories. With a unique format and the resources of Hearst Television, this is a rare opportunity to join one of the best. You will report to the News Director.

Responsibilities

• Work with the News Director to oversee the daily operation and editorial content of the newsroom
• Plan big event coverage
• Assist with sweeps planning
• Build the brand, both on air and online
• Schedule newsroom staff

Requirements

• At least 2 years of newsroom supervisory and/or management experience
• Producing background preferred
• Experience managing a large staff and multiple hours of daily newscasts
• Adaptability in an ever-evolving news environment
• Related military experience will be considered

Diversity Statement

At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. We believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as our audience, ensuring our content is compassionate and representative of the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefits are modern, flexible, and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your dependents have access to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services
• Additional benefits to meet your needs

About Us

Hearst Television (HTV) owns and operates 35 TV and 2 radio stations across 27 media markets in 39 states, reaching over 22 million U.S. households. Recognized as a premier broadcasting company, HTV has received numerous awards for journalism, innovation, and community service.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution