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E.W. Scripps Assistant News Director, WXYZ in Southfield, Michigan
Exciting Opportunity in the Heart of Motor City - WXYZ, the E.W. Scripps-owned ABC affiliate in Detroit, Michigan, is seeking an experienced, ambitious Assistant News Director to join our talented team. As the largest city in the state, Detroit is experiencing a incredible renaissance, making it an exciting place to live and work. From the iconic Motown sound to the passion of the local sports teams, there is an unmatched energy and community pride that permeates throughout the city.
As the Assistant News Director, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of news coverage in this vibrant market. Working alongside some of the most experienced and talented journalists in the industry, you will have the opportunity to mentor the next generation of reporters, producers and photographers. This is an ideal role for an accomplished newsroom leader ready to take the next step in their career. You'll enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the chance to make your mark in one of the country's most storied media markets. If you're seeking an opportunity to grow professionally while immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of Detroit, we want to hear from you.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Assist News Director with supervisory responsibility for all news broadcasts and online content.
Involved in hiring and performance management of direct reports.
Assist News Director in the on-going evaluation of personnel.
Create tactics and strategies to increase demos performance in key target areas for multiple platforms.
Implement and have working knowledge of federal, state and local laws impacting operations.
Ability to manage cross platform content creation and distribution.
Write copy and edit scripts for air and web.
Knowledge of and proficiency in posting content to station websites.
Schedule anchors and multi-media journalists.
Lead coverage planning of major events, i. e. elections, special events.
Proactively communicate news initiatives across departments.
Evaluate workflow efficiencies.
Assist News Director in managing the budgetary aspects of newsroom operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
College degree in related field or equivalent experience required.
At least 5 years supervisory experience preferred.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
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.