Make decisions about stories to be included in newscasts, who should cover them, story form & duration, and in what order they should air.
Work with News Director to plan short- & long-term strategies while managing workflow of projects & challenges.
Communicate to newsroom staff on objectives, goals, and action plans that affect them.
Ability to make managerial decisions when News Director is unavailable. Routinely exercise independent judgement, acting as a point person & decision-maker for newscasts.
Make snap decisions during breaking news, communicating clearly with assigned crews & the newsroom.
Ability to coordinate multiple field crews in multiple ways.
Work with producers & reporters to develop complete stories, find contacts, and track follow up stories.
Work closely with Digital Manager, coordinating what & how to post stories on the web and on social media.
Ability to utilize livestream technology to distribute breaking news or live press events in real time.
Manage nightside staff by coordinating with reporters & producers, stepping in when breaking news happens, reviewing both broadcast & web scripts, and communicating with the overnight crew.
Is knowledgeable about local, national, and global events. Has a good understanding of government & legal policy and procedures.
Qualifications
College degree in broadcast journalism or comparable experience.
Minimum of four years' experience of working in a newsroom.
Minimum of two years' experience as a producer.
Must be articulate in English, possess excellent written & verbal communication skills, and an ability to get along with and motivate a broad range of personalities.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, manage projects from start to finish, and meet deadlines without direct supervision.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize, and organize.
Ability to work evenings, early mornings, and weekends when needed.
