James Madison University is hiring: Breeze TV News Director - IE in Harrisonburg

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Position Type: Institutional Employment. Position Status: Part‑time. FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt – Eligible for Overtime. Pay Rate: Per Edition. Opening Date: Dec 12 2025. Closing Date: Jan 30 2026. Department: 900100 - Breeze Payroll. Eligible Candidates: Graduate or undergraduate students seeking a degree and enrolled on at least a half‑time basis (6 credits undergraduate, 5 credits graduate).

Location: Harrisonburg, Virginia – a diverse community approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA.

Role Overview: The Breeze will hire its Breeze TV News Director. The selected student will manage a weekly broadcast news show that airs live. The News Director will serve as the senior leader for Breeze TV and will begin training in March with the position starting April 1. Candidates must be able to return to campus two weeks prior to the start of the fall semester.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the staff in creating a 30‑minute news show each week.
• Guide reporters in producing stories for the weekly show and the online news site.
• Oversee production and editorial staff.
• Make editorial and coverage decisions.
• Lead the staff in upholding journalistic ethics and standards.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidate will have served on Breeze TV for at least one semester.
• Ability to lead a team toward a common goal.
• Writing, editing, broadcasting, and management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.

Conditions of Employment

Students must be degree‑seeking and enrolled at least on a half‑time basis (6 credits for undergraduates, 5 credits for graduate students).

E‑Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires must complete an I‑9 form and provide documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E‑Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality. Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568‑6991.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance, please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568‑6705 or email disability‑svcs@jmu.edu. The Office of Disability Services is located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202, and will be happy to assist you.