News Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 5 years of news management experience is required.
• Demonstrated ability to track and select trending news stories.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to lead and make sound decisions in a rapid, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Strong editorial judgment and knowledge of journalistic ethics and libel laws.
• Ability to create tactics and strategies to increase audience performance in key target areas across multiple platforms.
• Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws impacting operations.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills.
• Effectiveness in a variety of formal presentation settings, both inside and outside the organization.
• Proven and effective leadership skills, including fostering open dialogue, empowering others, and addressing conflict quickly and directly.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communication or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement strategic plans for audience growth and newsroom operations.
• Develop and implement measurable strategies for audience growth while effectively managing news content delivered across multiple platforms.
• Communicate a compelling and inspired vision consistent with company strategy.
• Analyze and respond to trends affecting the industry and DMA.
• Approve all newsroom personnel decisions.
• Develop and control the annual budget in compliance with station guidelines.
• Build and maintain key relationships to foster a positive news image within the Las Vegas community.
• Monitor all on-air and online products for compliance with federal, state and local laws as well as First and Fourteenth Amendment requirements.
• Work closely with other members of the station management team to develop and attain departmental and station goals.
• Maintain knowledge of and proficiency in posting content to station websites.
• Adapt current resources to emerging technology.
• Supervise and provide regular feedback and yearly performance appraisals for direct reports, with ultimate responsibility for all newsroom personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Scripps offers a culture that creates connection.
• Scripps is committed to a culture that reflects the audiences and communities we serve.
• Intentional environment where employees, audiences, and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and create connections.
• Respectful workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection.
• Environment where all employees have a fair chance to succeed, are included, valued, and seen.