Arts, Entertainment, and Media, Military, Sports and Recreation, Broadcasting/Communications
Job Description
News Director
We are looking for an experienced, hands-on News Director to lead our newsroom. Our goal is to produce impactful stories with a focus on accountability reporting.
Responsibilities include:
Manage multiplatform news coverage at our CBS and NBC duopoly.
Review multiple newscasts airing on different stations.
Provide feedback to all news staff on a regular basis.
Interview and hire candidates for news positions.
Schedule on-air talent for station-sponsored events.
Requirements and Qualifications:
Working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel, and privacy laws.
Proven track record of success in building and leading a winning news organization.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Journalism or related field.
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Us
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclairs AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found atwww.sbgi.net.
About the Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Lets talk.
