The E.W. Scripps Company
Assistant News Director, WPTV
The E.W. Scripps Company, West Palm Beach, Florida, United States, 33412
Are you ready to help shape the future of news in one of Florida's most dynamic markets? WPTV, the E.W. Scripps NBC affiliate covering West Palm Beach and the Treasure Coast of Florida, is seeking an experienced newsroom leader to be our next Assistant News Director. This individual will play a pivotal role in gathering, producing, and distributing compelling content across multiple platforms. You'll work alongside our News Director to lead a talented team while driving innovative storytelling that serves our South Florida community.
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.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.
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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.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.
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