KTVZ News is seeking an Assistant News Director to help lead the day‑to‑day operations of our award‑winning newsroom. This role requires a dynamic, forward‑thinking leader who will drive daily content, guide coverage decisions, and ensure strong breaking and developing news coverage.
Responsibilities
- Drive daily content and guide coverage decisions.
- Ensure strong breaking and developing news coverage.
- Collaborate with reporters on story development and with producers to create compelling newscasts.
- Lead by example, fostering a positive newsroom culture while coaching, mentoring, and inspiring staff at all levels in partnership with the News Director.
- Manage multiple priorities in high‑pressure situations with composure and flexibility, including on‑call duties across mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Qualifications
- At least two years of broadcast newsroom experience, including one year in a leadership role.
- Solid understanding of media ethics and legal standards.
- Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and a solutions‑oriented mindset.
- Must pass a pre‑employment background check and drug screen.
- Valid Oregon driver’s license or ability to obtain one (required for driving news vehicles).
- Flexibility to adjust schedules for breaking news and coverage demands.
Benefits and Eligibility
This is a full‑time hourly position eligible for a full array of benefits available through our Benefits Hub.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer; please provide your referral source during the application process. NPG of Oregon is an EOE. References must be made available upon request.
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