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Local News Director

WJCL-TV, the ABC affiliate in Savannah, Georgia has an opening for an experienced and dynamic News Director. Our next newsroom leader will have the experience to guide trusted daily news execution 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.

Responsibilities

Editorial leadership and local news department serving multiple platform
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

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

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That???s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following 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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