Managing Editor
KITV4 is seeking a full-time Managing Editor/Producer who is ready to help oversee and assist in developing a growing news staff. The Managing Editor/Producer will assist the News Director and have an active role in managing the news department ensurin
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KITV4 is seeking a full-time Managing Editor who is ready to help
oversee and assist in developing a growing news staff. The Managing
Editor will assist the News Director and have an active role in
managing the news department ensuring that the station's vision and
mission is understood by the news team.
Job Responsibilities:
• Assist with the management of the overall daily operation of the
news department.
• Create newscasts as needed. The Managing Editor will
work closely with reporters, photographers, news managers and
other staff to build a relevant and compelling product using all
available resources.
• Research and write news stories for television, web and mobile.
Create graphics and work with reporters on their stories for the
newscast. Participate in daily editorial meetings. Assist with other
news projects as assigned.
• Supervise all news department staff and assist with
recruiting, coaching, development, and if necessary,
discipline and termination
• Along with the News Director, participate in and help set the
tone and culture of the news department with journalistic
standards.
• Assist with the coordination of the station's news and
information content across its multiple platforms.
• Reinforce all policies, procedures and guidelines necessary for
a successful news operation.
• Work together with the News Director on strategy, daily operation,
station projects and other initiatives.
Experience:
• Minimum of five years in leadership role(s) in a television
newsroom.
• Experience and knowledge of breaking news best practices,
digital and social media, mobile platforms and multi-platform
news gathering.
Requirements: ·
• Must be a leader with a shared vision and ability to
effectively communicate that vision to the staff.
• Ability to identify the developmental needs of staff and
coach them to improve their knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrable knowledge of all phases of a television
news operation including but not limited to: news
reporting and writing newscast formats, news
producing, newsroom organization and newsgathering
technology.
• Ability to think critically and adept at managing in a fast-paced, highly charged and aggressive news environment
• Must have strong understanding of legal and ethical
issues and operates with the high journalistic standards.
• Basic understanding of newsroom technical operation
including computer networking, newsroom systems,
and digital technology.
• Excellent communication, organization, and writing skills.
Additional Information: EOE
M/F/D/V
Contact Details: jobs@kitv.com
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