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VP News Director
| Company | FOX |
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| Location | Dallas, TX, USA |
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| Salary | $208300 – $300000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
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| Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- Five (5) years of experience as a News Director preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Radio/TV, or related discipline preferred.
- Strong hands-on leadership skills with an ability to direct and motivate newsroom staff.
- Discerning judgment, motivational teambuilding skills, and a passion for good journalism.
- Proven record of accomplishment of ratings growth.
- In-depth understanding of research, analytics, viewership, and promotion are essential.
- Excellent written, presentation, and verbal communication skills required.
- Ability to manage in a fast-paced environment with superior attention to detail, accuracy, and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work under deadlines and time constraints.
- Ability to work various hours including nights, weekends, and during severe weather situations as needed and/or scheduled.
- Proficiency with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software.
Responsibilities
- Oversee news content and news production across all platforms including linear, digital, and streaming.
- Develop vision and strategies for all newscasts to achieve viewership growth.
- Set and direct the editorial and ethical standards in the newsroom.
- Ensure that news content is balanced, accurate, and meets the station’s standards for quality and journalistic integrity.
- Manage overall news department operations including, budgets, expenses, capital and strategic planning, viewership analysis, talent search, websites, streaming platforms, mobile apps, social media, new technology etc.
- Be able to assist with editorial efforts outside the normal work schedule at times of severe weather conditions or breaking news.
- Lead the News Department forward concerning technical, editorial, delivery methods, and platforms.
- Work closely with the General Manager in the development of news management strategies and goals.
- Develop professional working relationships with other station department heads and staff.
- Stay up-to-date on current events, trends, and technologies in the news industry.
- Recruit, manage, develop, discipline, and motivate staff.
- Other duties assigned as deemed appropriate and necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Five (5) years of experience as a News Director preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Radio/TV, or related discipline preferred.
