Assistant News Director, WFTS

The E.W. Scripps Company

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About The Position

WFTS, The Scripps ABC Station in Tampa, Florida, is searching for an Assistant News Director who will help shape the stories that matter most to our diverse community. This is your opportunity to guide editorial excellence across all platforms while working alongside a dynamic team committed to uncovering and reporting the issues important to the Tampa Bay area.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
• 3-5 years of experience in newsroom management and proven track record of success

Nice To Haves

• Strong news judgment, journalistic integrity and a passion for winning
• A compassionate leader with the ability to galvanize a team to advance personal and station goals
• Advanced oral and written communication skills including attention to detail for accuracy and clarity
• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Broad understanding of newsroom operations and equipment
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work flexible hours

Responsibilities

• Assist News Director with supervisory responsibility for all news broadcasts and online content including station website and OTT
• Guide day-to-day editorial content including breaking news
• Assist News Director in the hiring and performance management of direct reports
• Review daily newscasts to ensure quality control and brand compliance
• Inspire and coach superior, unique and engaged storytelling
• Create tactics and strategies to increase demo performance in key target areas for multiple platforms
• Execute the daily brand goals of the newsroom
• Implement and have working knowledge of federal, state and local laws impacting operations
• Write copy and edit scripts for air and web
• Knowledge of and proficiency in posting content to station websites
• Work with News Director, Digital, Enterprise & Investigative leaders to execute superior coverage of major events, i.e. elections, sports, special events
• Proactively communicate news initiatives across departments
• Evaluate workflow efficiencies
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees