WLKY - News Director

HearstLouisville, KY
Onsite

About The Position

WLKY, the CBS affiliate in Louisville, KY, has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director. The next newsroom leader will have the experience to guide trusted daily news execution across all platforms, and a collaborative leadership style to inspire our committed team of journalists. You will lead our team in the execution of market-leading breaking news, weather coverage and community service on all platforms daily. With a unique format and the resources of Hearst Television, this is a rare opportunity to join the best in the business. You will report to the President & General Manager.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of broadcast television newsroom operation management
  • Experience mentoring news staff
  • Demonstrate how you have improved news product at another broadcast television station
  • Experience managing multiple hours of daily newscasts
  • Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards
  • Have a valid driver's license
  • Related military experience will be considered

Responsibilities

  • Editorial leadership and local news department serving multiple platforms
  • Recruit and coach editorial team
  • Develop contemporary news product on all platforms
  • Budget administration
  • Develop and execute news operation strategy
  • Collaborate with other department heads on station plans

Benefits

  • Medical | Dental | Vision
  • 401(k) matching
  • Emotional Wellness Support
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • LGBTQ+ Health Services
  • Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
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