Assistant News Director
About The Position
WFRV-TV is seeking an experienced, dynamic Assistant News Director to help lead the day-to-day operations of its newsroom. This leadership role supports daily content, coverage decisions, breaking news coverage across television and digital platforms, and the development of newsroom staff. The Assistant News Director will work closely with the News Director, reporters, and producers to develop compelling stories and distinctive, engaging newscasts. The role also includes responsibility for producing local programs, including holiday parades, July 4 Fireworks, and Nexstar-assigned specials. The position calls for a calm, focused leader who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-pressure newsroom. A digital-first, 24/7 mindset, openness to new technology and storytelling approaches, and a commitment to mentoring, coaching, and providing daily feedback are essential.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of broadcast newsroom management experience.
- Strong producing background and demonstrated understanding of newscast execution.
- Excellent news judgment and editorial decision-making skills.
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate a large staff.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Strategic approach to building content and developing innovative storytelling.
- Strong understanding of digital and social news operations.
- Passion for journalism, storytelling, and serving the community.
- Willingness to embrace emerging technology and new approaches to news delivery.
- Flexibility to work varied schedules and be available for breaking news and coverage needs.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Communications, Journalism, or a related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Help lead the day-to-day operations of the newsroom.
- Work with the News Director to establish daily coverage priorities and long-term content strategies.
- Drive breaking news coverage across on-air, digital, and social platforms.
- Guide reporters and producers in developing strong, compelling stories.
- Work with producers to create distinctive and engaging newscasts.
- Produce local programs, including holiday parades, July 4 Fireworks, and Nexstar-assigned specials.
- Provide coaching, mentorship, and constructive daily feedback to newsroom staff.
- Foster a collaborative, accountable, and creative newsroom culture.
- Monitor developing news and make sound editorial decisions under deadline pressure.
- Embrace a digital-first approach to news coverage and audience engagement.
- Identify opportunities to use technology and new storytelling tools to enhance coverage.
- Help lead and develop a large newsroom staff.
- Adjust schedules and priorities as news demands change.
- Participate in newsroom management and leadership responsibilities as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
