Western Nebraska News Director

Eagle Communications, Inc.•North Platte, NE

1d•$35,000 - $45,000

About The Position

Eagle Communications is seeking a Western Nebraska News Director to lead local newsgathering, reporting and publishing across its Western Nebraska radio stations and digital news platforms. The role serves the communities covered by Panhandle Post (Alliance and Chadron), North Platte Post (North Platte area) and Sandhills Post (Keith County region), and prepares and delivers on-air newscasts for nine radio stations. The position requires regular travel between markets to cover news, attend events and engage with community leaders. The News Director collaborates with market and operations managers, marketing consultants, programmers and video teams.

Requirements

Strong communication, interviewing, writing, editorial judgment and organizational skills.
Knowledge of social media platforms and ability to learn Eagle’s content management system.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple deadlines and collaborate across geographically separated teams.
Willingness and ability to travel regularly throughout Western Nebraska.
Valid driver’s license required.
The selected candidate must pass a criminal history background check and motor vehicle check.

Nice To Haves

News writing, reporting and on-air broadcasting experience preferred.
Photography and video skills are a plus.
Radio production knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead consistent, accurate and timely local news coverage across the Alliance/Chadron, North Platte and Keith County coverage areas.
Research, write, produce and deliver on-air local newscasts for nine Western Nebraska radio stations, adapting coverage to the communities served.
Report, edit and publish written, photo, video and audio content for Panhandle Post, North Platte Post and Sandhills Post.
Travel regularly between markets to cover breaking news, local government, schools, businesses, community events and other stories of regional interest.
Develop and maintain working relationships with elected officials, community leaders, schools, law enforcement, local organizations and residents throughout the coverage area.
Attend city council, county commission and other public or community meetings as news priorities require.
Coordinate timely severe weather and emergency news coverage across the region, including on-air and digital updates.
Help maintain and grow the social media presence of all three Post sites, including appropriate audience engagement.
Collaborate with on-air and digital colleagues to strengthen storytelling, programming and cross-market coordination.
Provide on-air talent and support for live broadcasts and client or community events as assigned.
Manage reporting priorities and deadlines to balance regional coverage with the distinct needs of each local market.