Nexstar Media Group Inc. is hiring: Assistant News Director in Des Moines

Assistant News Director page is loaded## Assistant News Directorlocations: IA-Des Moines;1801 Grand Avenue (WHO)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-38275The Assistant News Director assists the News Director with all aspects of news, weather and sports programming production, and serves as the News Director in his/her absence.* Assists the News Director with management of all aspects of the News Department (other than Production.)* Assists with planning, staffing, training, and performance evaluations for the News Department.* Consults on decisions regarding hiring, evaluation, promotion and termination of employees.* Develops news coverage strategy for the station and its website.* Critiques newscasts daily to correct errors, improve coverage and provide mentoring feedback to news staff.* Assigns projects to staff and verifies that deadlines are being met.* Ensures achievement of viewer rating goals.* Determines programming and evaluation of equipment needs to produce quality programming.* Responds to coverage questions.* Serves as the News Director in his/her absence.* Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements & Skills:* Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.* Fluency in English.* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.* Minimum two years’ experience in news programming production, with some leadership experience preferred. (Depending on market size.)* Ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills.* Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment.* Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.* Ability to effectively listen to fully understand employee needs and communicate with a team to shape a solution. #J-18808-Ljbffr