News Director

Sinclair Broadcast Group•Bakersfield, CA

4d•$80,000 - $89,450

About The Position

KBAK/KBFX is seeking an experienced, hands-on News Director with strong leadership skills and a bold style to lead one of the strongest local newsrooms in the country. We produce more than 50 hours of news each week on both networks combined. Our mission is to produce impactful stories with a distinctive focus on accountability reporting.

Requirements

Must have a working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel, and privacy laws
Will bring strong fiscal experience for both operational and capital expenditures
Must have a demonstrated ability to manage multiple hours of daily newscasts on two stations, and must have a proven track record of success in building a winning news organization
A journalism degree and a minimum of five years of experience in news management with noted leadership skills are required

Responsibilities

Managing the station’s news operations, setting budgets, establishing goals, and directing the staff that produces 50+ hours of local news weekly
Responsible for initiating and managing growing content delivery on multiple platforms
Work closely with local and corporate management to establish News content, philosophy, and direction
Review daily newscasts to ensure quality control, brand compliance, and subsequently provide feedback to all news staff
Recruiting, hiring, and negotiating contracts for news department personnel
Collaborate with other managers to develop marketing plans, establish ratings goals, and effectively reach said goals
As our news leader, you will mentor and inspire excellence, and be willing to hold the team accountable
Within the community, you will be an ambassador of the station—representing the station professionally and responsibly at many events and championing major station initiatives
Coach and develop talent