Assistant News Director, WFTS
Job Description
- Strong news judgment.
- Journalistic integrity and a passion for winning.
- A compassionate leader with the ability to galvanize a team.
- Advanced oral and written communication skills, including attention to detail.
- Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Broad understanding of newsroom operations and equipment.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Assist News Director with supervisory responsibility for all news broadcasts and online content.
- Guide day-to-day editorial content, including breaking news.
- Assist News Director in hiring and performance management of direct reports.
- Review daily newscasts for quality control and brand compliance.
- Inspire and coach superior, unique, and engaged storytelling.
- Create tactics and strategies to increase demo performance across multiple platforms.
- Execute daily brand goals of the newsroom.
- Implement and have working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws impacting operations.
- Write copy and edit scripts for air and web.
- Proficiency in posting content to station websites.
- Work with leaders to execute superior coverage of major events.
- Proactively communicate news initiatives across departments.
- Evaluate workflow efficiencies.
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 3-5 years of experience in newsroom management with a proven track record of success.
Are you ready to lead and inspire a newsroom team in one of Florida's most vibrant markets? This is your opportunity to guide editorial excellence across all platforms while working alongside a dynamic team committed to uncovering and reporting the issues important to the Tampa Bay area.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Assist News Director with supervisory responsibility for all news broadcasts and online content including station website and OTT
- Guide day-to-day editorial content including breaking news
- Assist News Director in the hiring and performance management of direct reports
- Review daily newscasts to ensure quality control and brand compliance
- Inspire and coach superior, unique and engaged storytelling
- Create tactics and strategies to increase demo performance in key target areas for multiple platforms
- Execute the daily brand goals of the newsroom
- Implement and have working knowledge of federal, state and local laws impacting operations
- Write copy and edit scripts for air and web
- Knowledge of and proficiency in posting content to station websites
- Work with News Director, Digital, Enterprise & Investigative leaders to execute superior coverage of major events, i.e. elections, sports, special events
- Proactively communicate news initiatives across departments
- Evaluate workflow efficiencies.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
- 3-5 years of experience in newsroom management and proven track record of success
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- Strong news judgment, journalistic integrity and a passion for winning
- A compassionate leader with the ability to galvanize a team to advance personal and station goals
- Advanced oral and written communication skills including attention to detail for accuracy and clarity
- Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Broad understanding of newsroom operations and equipment
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Must be able to work flexible hours
WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:
Tampa Bay is a thriving metropolitan area that perfectly balances professional opportunities with an exceptional quality of life. As Florida's third-largest city, Tampa offers a dynamic mix of business districts, cultural attractions, and outdoor recreation. The city boasts world-class museums like MOCA and the Tampa Museum of Art, a vibrant downtown scene in Ybor City, and professional sports teams including the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Lightning, and Rays.
With year-round sunshine and temperatures, Tampa's location on Florida's Gulf Coast provides endless opportunities for boating, fishing, and beach activities. The area features beautiful beaches like Clearwater and St. Pete Beach just minutes away, while the city's diverse neighborhoods offer everything from historic architecture to modern waterfront living. Tampa's growing tech sector, renowned culinary scene, and no state income tax make it an attractive destination for professionals seeking both career growth and lifestyle benefits.
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