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Digital Remedy

Assistant News Director

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$86K - $115K/yr

The Assistant News Director oversees the production of newscasts and assignments while working ... Identify, research and develop daily content * Compelling and accurate writing, post content to ...

Univision

Director, News

Chicago, IL · On-site

$120K - $138K/yr

Leverage market research to make strategic decisions about content, programming, staffing. * Uphold ... A minimum of five (5) years' experience in television news, working as a news director, assistant ...

Univision Communications, Inc.

Director, News

Chicago, IL · On-site

$120K - $138K/yr

Leverage market research to make strategic decisions about content, programming, staffing. * Uphold ... A minimum of five (5) years' experience in television news, working as a news director, assistant ...

The New York Times

Researcher

Los Angeles, CA

The News Research desk has an opening for a researcher who is adept with public records, archival ... to assist reporters. * Familiarity with research tools including Accurint, Factiva, Nexis, PACER ...

Hearst

Producer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

This role reports to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities: * Selecting, researching and writing compelling content for live newscasts to make the newscast an "experience" for viewers

Hearst Newspapers

Producer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

This role reports to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities: * Selecting, researching and writing compelling content for live newscasts to make the newscast an "experience" for viewers

Hearst

Producer

Cincinnati, OH

This role reports to the Assistant News Director. Responsibilities: * Selecting, researching and writing compelling content for live newscasts to make the newscast an "experience" for viewers

The New York Times

Researcher

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$97K - $98K/yr

The News Research desk has an opening for a researcher who is adept with public records, archival ... to assist reporters. * Familiarity with research tools including Accurint, Factiva, Nexis, PACER ...

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Assistant News Director

Sinclair Broadcast Group

Baltimore, MD • On-site

$86K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Sinclair Broadcast Group rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 65 rated media

Job description

Job Description
WBFF-TV is seeking an Assistant News Director! The Assistant News Director oversees the production of newscasts and assignments while working closely with producers, reporters, anchors and our digital content team on daily news coverage. Must be proficient in creative writing, copy editing, enterprising stories and be committed to journalistic integrity and managing compelling newscasts. We are looking for someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with audiences across all platforms. The AD also assists with running the Assignment Desk by helping coordinate breaking news coverage and basic newsgathering functions.
Skills & Experience:
  • Oversee newscasts, script reviews of producers and reporters for assigned newscasts
  • Aggressively lead breaking news and severe weather coverage
  • Identify, research and develop daily content
  • Compelling and accurate writing, post content to station website and social media sites
  • Work closely with news director to carry out news philosophy and direction
  • Review daily newscasts to ensure quality control and brand compliancy
  • Oversee Special Projects and enterprise coverage
  • Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
  • Maintain efficient operations of the assignment desk
  • Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements & Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field
  • Computer knowledge/word processing skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office products
  • Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms
  • Must have a working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel, and privacy laws
  • Exceptional written communication skills using a conversational writing style
  • Ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Great people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating
  • Experience in research, public records requests, etc. is a plus

The base salary compensation range for this role is $86,250 to $115,000. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, quarterly and annual incentive plan bonuses, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, 15 paid vacation days, 2 paid personal days, 9 paid holidays, 40 hours of paid sick leave, parental leave, and employee stock purchase plan.
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.

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