Managing Editor

2060 Digital•Saint Paul, MN

About The Position

Manage central news desk staff effectively to enterprise and deliver strong unique local content on all platforms. Plan and share content across platforms of TV & Digital. Oversee short- and long-term planning for content (breaking news, enterprise and investigation) and drive team coverage of big breaking stories and severe weather. Communicate clear expectations for quality content and the needs of our audience. Motivate, coach, develop and keep staff focused to ensure excellent performance. Manage and review performance, and address quality and productivity performance issues. Manage work schedules and requests for time off for newsgathering staff including desk, photographers and editors.. Hold staff accountable for content that is balanced, fair, accurate and complete, incorporating where appropriate, a diverse range of sources. Establish and reinforce clear lines of communication, direct report support and actionable follow-up. Coordinate and share resources with other managers and facilitate teamwork. Facilitate solutions to challenges and employee innovation. Communicate individual and team goals clearly. Complete other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred.
Three to five years of television newsroom management experience required.
Thorough understanding of digital news products and social media strategies.
Deep understanding of content planning and editorial strategies; able to execute planning and strategies
Demonstrated strong management, leadership, and customer service (internal and external) skills.
Proactive, flexible, adaptable, energetic, organized, detailed oriented.
Able to multi-task and problem solve in a high-energy, fast-paced and constantly transforming environment.
Ability to lead goal/objective setting, resource planning and forecasting
Strong ability to collaborate, communicate and build consensus. Skillfully manage relationships with a customer service mentality when working within and outside of the organization
Ability to direct work effectively in high-pressure, time-critical situations.
Possess an understanding of the technologies used in the newsroom.
Use time effectively, efficiently and productively, and meet deadlines. Excellent organization skills.
Project an appropriate company image with respect to dress and demeanor.
Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record as determined by the Company. Driving record will be checked.
Communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
Ability to see, read, hear and speak clearly.
Ability to think quickly and give clear directions.
Thinks critically and logically.
Articulate information in a clear, concise manner to others verbally and in writing.
Must have manual dexterity to operate computer, telephones and other equipment.
Must be able to move quickly at times.
Work under tight deadlines and in high pressure situations.

Responsibilities

Manage central news desk staff effectively to enterprise and deliver strong unique local content on all platforms.
Plan and share content across platforms of TV & Digital.
Oversee short- and long-term planning for content (breaking news, enterprise and investigation) and drive team coverage of big breaking stories and severe weather.
Communicate clear expectations for quality content and the needs of our audience.
Motivate, coach, develop and keep staff focused to ensure excellent performance.
Manage and review performance, and address quality and productivity performance issues.
Manage work schedules and requests for time off for newsgathering staff including desk, photographers and editors.
Hold staff accountable for content that is balanced, fair, accurate and complete, incorporating where appropriate, a diverse range of sources.
Establish and reinforce clear lines of communication, direct report support and actionable follow-up.
Coordinate and share resources with other managers and facilitate teamwork.
Facilitate solutions to challenges and employee innovation.
Communicate individual and team goals clearly.
Complete other duties as assigned