News Director
sland News is looking for a NEWS DIRECTOR to maintain and grow its reputation for being the market- driver in breaking local news and building for future success in Hawaii. The successful candidate will have experience overseeing a talented team of ente
NEWS DIRECTOR
ISLAND NEWS
MISSION, VISION & VALUES:
At ISLAND NEWS, we serve the people of Hawaii with accurate and inclusive news, weather and content
that engages and builds our community. Our vision is to be the preferred choice for news on every
platform.
Our Core Values: Integrity first. Aloha and respect always. Be accountable. Community empowering.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Island News is looking for a NEWS DIRECTOR to maintain and grow its reputation for being the market-
driver in breaking local news and building for future success in Hawaii. The successful candidate will have
experience overseeing a talented team of enterprising journalists and be accustomed to working in a
research-driven, strategy-based multi-platform newsroom and has a strong understanding and appreciation
of the importance of the Hawaii culture.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or an equivalent combination of education and
experience to meet the requirements of the position - Excellent communication skills both oral and written
- Minimum of 4 years as a news manager
- Demonstrate 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. - Dynamic strong leader with a clear vision and ability to communicate the vision to the news team.
- Creative and adept in leading a fast-paced, highly skilled and aggressive news environment.
- Basic understanding of newsroom technical operation including computer networking, newsroom
systems, satellite and digital technology. - Understanding of use of social media and multiplatform newsgathering.
- Understanding of basic budgeting principle and financial management with experience in preparing
and maintaining newsroom budgets. - Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving history as determined by the company. Driving
record will be checked before hire and intermittently.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and maintain the strategic direction and editorial vision for Island News. Consult and
collaborate with General Manager and management team on long-term and short-term objectives,
goals and action plans. - Direct and lead overall efforts of the news department to ensure the vision and mission of Island
News is understood by the entire news organization. - Responsible and accountable for overall quality and performance of the station’s news product by
critiquing newscasts and digital content, discussing observations with station management and
employees and rigor of teaching and accountability. - Execute commitment to breaking news and In-depth investigative strategy.
- Lead our weather and news teams to live truly live Island Weather Alert on broadcast and all digital
platforms. - Develop a strong News Department staff through applicable training, evaluation and
communication with team members. Continuously recruit to develop diverse and talented pool of
candidates. Interview and select new employees for News Department team. - Hold the bar of journalistic excellence high. This is marked by accuracy and fairness and astute
story selection and compelling story telling. - Champion use of kitv.com and all other digital assets as access points for our content and as
creative platforms for original content. - Understand and incorporate extensive market research and your own tested instincts to drive the
direction and decisions of the department. - Be an engaged member of the community who understands the neighborhoods, issues, and
special characteristics and nuances of Hawaii of which you direct coverage. - Responsible for all administrative duties associated with running the news organization, including
personnel and budgeting. - Complete other duties as assigned.
SKILLS: The right candidate must be a proven leader who has good rapport with staff. He or she should
have excellent organizational skills and superior news judgment. He/she will need to be innovative and a
strategic thinker. The candidate must work well under pressure, foster cooperation in a stressful setting and
meet strict deadlines.
HOURS/SCHEDULE: This is a full-time, overtime exempt position that is part of the company's
management team.
Please email your cover letter including salary requirements along with resume to General Manager Jason Hagiwara at jhagiwara@kitv.com.
EEO STATEMENT: We are an equal opportunity employer.
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