Assistant News Director, WPTV
11 Minutes ago • 7 Years +
Broadcast
Job Description
WPTV, the E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate in West Palm Beach, FL, is seeking an Assistant News Director. This role involves leading a talented team in gathering, producing, and distributing compelling news content across multiple platforms. The individual will assist the News Director in supervising news broadcasts and online content, guiding daily editorial decisions, and driving innovative storytelling to serve the South Florida community. Key responsibilities include ensuring quality control, brand compliance, and executing special coverage for major events.
Good To Have:
- BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
- Prior managerial experience preferred
Must Have:
- Assist News Director with supervisory responsibilities 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 station brand goals
- Implement, and have working knowledge of, federal, state and local laws impacting operations
- Write and copy edit scripts for air and web
- Proficiency in posting content on all platforms
- Work with News Director, Digital, Enterprise & Investigative leaders to execute special coverage for major events like weather, elections, and sports
- Proactively communicate news initiatives across departments
- Evaluate workflow efficiencies
- Generally, 7+ years of experience in related field
- Advanced oral and written communication skills
- Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Broad understanding of newsroom operations and equipment
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
Perks:
- Year-round sunshine
- Pristine beaches
- Thriving cultural scene
- World-class dining
- Entertainment districts
- Renowned Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
- Easy access to Atlantic Ocean and Everglades for outdoor activities
- Beautiful golf courses
- Upscale shopping
- Short drive from Miami and Orlando
- Professional opportunity and lifestyle excellence in West Palm Beach, Florida
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Assist News Director with supervisory responsibilities 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 station brand goals
- Implement, and have working knowledge of, federal, state and local laws impacting operations
- Write and copy edit scripts for air and web
- Proficiency in posting content on all platforms
- Work with News Director, Digital, Enterprise & Investigative leaders to execute special coverage for major events like weather, elections, and sports
- Proactively communicate news initiatives across departments
- Evaluate workflow efficiencies
- Perform other duties as assigned
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
- BS/BA in related discipline or equivalent years of experience preferred
- Generally, 7+ years of experience in related field preferred
- Prior managerial experience preferred
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- Advanced oral and written communication skills
- Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Broad understanding of newsroom operations and equipment
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
WHERE YOU'LL LIVE, WORK AND PLAY:
West Palm Beach, Florida offers an unbeatable combination of professional opportunity and lifestyle excellence. Located in the heart of Palm Beach County, this vibrant city boasts year-round sunshine, pristine beaches, and a thriving cultural scene. The downtown area features world-class dining, entertainment districts, and the renowned Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.
With easy access to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Everglades, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy everything from boating and fishing to hiking and wildlife watching. The area is home to beautiful golf courses, upscale shopping, and is just a short drive from both Miami and Orlando. West Palm Beach combines the sophistication of a major metropolitan area with the relaxed atmosphere of coastal Florida living, making it an ideal place to advance your career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.
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