Assistant News Director

3 weeks ago


Amarillo, United States Sinclair Broadcast Group Full time

KVII/KVIH is looking for an energetic Assistant News Director with proven leadership for our news team. The ideal candidate will have exceptional communication skills. The Assistant News Director will oversee production of newscasts and online content. You will work closely with the other producers, reporters, anchors and newsroom managers on daily news coverage. The ideal candidate must be proficient in creative writing, copy editing, enterprising stories and be committed to managing compelling newscasts. You must be able to multi-task and have an eye for detail. The ideal candidate will also work with the news director and other managers to establish newsroom goals and work to develop and further the brand of each station's news programs. Our winning candidate will be someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with the audience. As a newsroom leader, the expectation is that the Assistant News Director will lead by example.

Responsibilities include:



  • Oversee newscasts, script reviews of producers and reporters for assigned newscasts 
  • Aggressively lead breaking news and severe weather coverage 
  • Work closely with news director to carry out news philosophy and direction 
  • Help news director focus on alerting, protecting and empowering our viewers 
  • Review daily newscasts to ensure quality control and brand compliancy 
  • Oversee Special Projects and enterprise coverage
  • Planning and overseeing continuity into upcoming newscasts 
  • Other responsibilities as assigned  

Requirements:



  • Sharp video shooting and editing skills 
  • Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field 
  • Must have a working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel, and privacy laws 
  • Exceptional written communication skills using a conversational writing style 
  • Ability to plan and adjust personnel during breaking news 
  • Great people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating 
  • Experience with iNews, and AVID a plus 
  • Previous experience as a news manager a plus


Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
 



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