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News Director

Hearst Communications, Inc., Jackson, MS, United States


16WAPT, the ABC affiliate in Jackson, MS has an opening for an experienced and dynamic

News Director . Our next newsroom leader will have the experience to guide trusted daily news execution and a collaborative leadership style to inspire our committed team of journalists. You will lead our team in the execution of market-leading breaking news, weather coverage and community service on all platforms daily. With a unique format and the resources of Hearst Television, this is a rare opportunity to join the best in the business. You will report to the President & General Manager.

Responsibilities

Editorial leadership and local news department serving multiple platform

Recruit and coach editorial team

Develop contemporary news product on all platforms

Budget administration

Develop and execute news operation strategy

Collaborate with other department heads on station plans

Requirements

3+ years of broadcast television newsroom operation management

Experience mentoring news staff

Demonstrate how you have improved news product at another broadcast television station

Experience managing multiple hours of daily newscasts

Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Have a valid driver's license

Related military experience will be considered

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs

About Us Hearst Television (HTV) owns and/or operates 35 television and two radio stations serving 27 media markets across 39 states reaching over 22 million U.S. television households. HTV is recognized as one of the industry's premier broadcasting companies and has been honored with numerous awards for distinguished journalism, industry innovation, and community service. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. we do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, creed, national, origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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