news director

Montana State University Billings

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<div></div><div><div><b>Working Title</b></div> <div>News Director</div>
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<div><div><b>Brief Position Overview</b></div>
<div>Yellowstone Public Radio (YPR) is a region-wide public radio service licensed to Montana State University Billings, broadcasting twenty-four hours a day to a large portion of central and eastern Montana and northern Wyoming. The primary signal originates at the Joseph S. Sample Studios on the MSUB campus as KEMC-FM in Billings. KEMC-FM repeats on eleven additional transmitters and twenty-four translators within YPR&rsquo;s broadcast area.<br>
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Under direction of the General Manager, the News Director is responsible for the editorial direction and day-today management of YPR&rsquo;s news team. This includes, but is not limited to, creating and implementing short and long term strategies and goals for news production and reporting, both on-air and on YPR&rsquo;s digital platforms; maintaining the editorial integrity and professionalism of YPR&rsquo;s news reporting; overseeing the daily planning, scheduling, and editing of news stories for broadcast and digital; managing a team of reporters and freelance content providers, including story assignments, shift scheduling, and coordinating story edits; acting as the liaison between YPR and National Public Radio (NPR); creating and implementing content-sharing opportunities with other public radio stations; and acts as a backup on-air host for YPR&rsquo;s live-hosted newscasts.</div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Yellowstone Public Radio/KEMC</div>
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<div><div><b>Division</b></div> <div>Yellowstone Public Radio/KEMC</div>
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<div><div><b>Appointment Type</b></div> <div>Professional</div>
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<div><div><b>Contract Term</b></div> <div>Fiscal Year</div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Union Affiliation</b></div> <div>Exempt from Collective Bargaining</div>
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<div><div><b>FTE</b></div> <div>1.0</div>
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<div><div><b>Benefits Eligible</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Compensation</b></div> <div>Annual</div>
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<div><div><b>Salary</b></div> <div>Salary range of $70,000.00 to $74,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications</div>
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<div><div><b>Contract Type</b></div> <div>LOA</div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Recruitment Type</b></div> <div>Open</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Position Details
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>General Statement</b></div>
<div><div>Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!<br>
The following are reasons why you should join our team:<br>
</div><ul><li>Work-life balance</li>
<li>Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday</li>
<li>Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)</li>
<li>Sick Leave &ndash; Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.</li>
<li>Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver</li>
<li>Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities</li>
<li>Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable</li>
<li>Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including<ul>
<li>Medical, Vision, and Dental</li>
<li>Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits.</li>
<li>Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement.</li>
<li>Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths</li>
<li>Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.</li>
<li>Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path</li><br>
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<div><div><b>Duties and Responsibilities</b></div>
<div><ul><li>Develops, creates, and implements YPR&rsquo;s news reporting strategies and goals. Responsible for the development, management, production, and editing of regional news programming. Directs a team of news reporters and freelance content providers. Plans news program specials and series. Supervises the coverage of statewide elections. Supervises the coverage of state legislative sessions. Schedules and implements news content for broadcast and digital platforms. Oversees and implements the news department&rsquo;s contributions to social media platforms.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Supervises news department employees, student workers, and interns under the direction of the General Manager. Assigns stories and oversees news employee pitches. Supervises the training of news department employees and evaluates employee performance and, when necessary, recommends disciplinary actions. Supervises the purchase of audio recording equipment, audio editing software, and other equipment required for news reporting.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Maintains the editorial integrity and professionalism of YPR&rsquo;s newsroom. Responsible for the factual reporting of the news. Directs news department employees on editorial best practices. Maintains an updated resource on publishing guidelines. Responsible for communication with YPR listeners regarding YPR&rsquo;s news reporting. Supervises any retractions, corrections, or other modifications to broadcast or published content when necessary.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Daily, oversees the meetings and correspondence necessary to plan and implement the day&rsquo;s news reporting. Supervises reporters on sources, story direction, fact-checking, and either edits or provides an editor for each story. Oversees the transition from broadcast story to published story on YPR&rsquo;s digital platforms. Coordinates YPR&rsquo;s Twitter feed. In coordination with Montana Public Radio&rsquo;s News Director, oversees content sharing between the two stations.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Represents YPR in communication and collaboration with NPR. Directs news employees on pitching stories to NPR. Researches and implements NPR best practices for use in the YPR newsroom. Oversees and implements collaborative opportunities with other news gathering organizations to partner on news content. Seeks out opportunities to submit YPR news programming for local, state, and national awards.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Directs and supervises the on-air news hosts. Provides voice coaching and other feedback on a regular basis to ensure professional delivery of YPR newscasts. Acts as a substitute host in the event of vacation, sick leave, or other absence.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Other duties as assigned: participates in the semi-annual on-air fundraising weeks; represents YPR at station functions and other public appearances; represents YPR to various community groups when needed.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>This position is considered essential and high priority. The News Director is on-call and is required to work irregular hours as circumstances dictate.</li></ul><br>
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Physical Demands:</b><br>
Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 10 pounds of field recording gear<br>
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<b>REASONABLE</b><b> </b><b>ACCOMODATIONS</b><b>:</b><br>
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<br>
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<b>MANDATORY</b><b> </b><b>REPORTER</b><b>:</b><br>
All employees of Montana State University Billings are Mandatory Reporters. They must report information to the Title IX Office (Director of HR) as soon as they become aware of alleged discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, gender, or any other protected class (see HR&rsquo;s harassment policy for more information). This includes, but is not limited to, alleged sexual assault.<br>
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<b>CAMPUS</b><b> </b><b>SAFETY</b><b>:</b><br>
Montana State University Billings is committed to assisting all members of the MSUB community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available on the University Police Department website at: http://www.msubillings.edu/police/pdf/Annual_Security_and_Fire_Safety_Report.pdf<br>
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This institution is an equal opportunity employer<br>
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This job description is not designed to be an all-inclusive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. There may be other duties as assigned.<br>
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Background checks are required prior to employment offers.</div>
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<div><div><b>Required Qualifications &ndash; Experience, Education, Knowledge &amp; Skills</b></div>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Journalism or a related field</li><li>At least five (5) years of professional broadcast experience, preferably in public media</li><li>Supervisory/leadership experience or demonstrated leadership skills</li><li>Ability to work within a budget framework and contribute to budgeting discussions</li><li>Strong, clear communication skills including writing and editing skills</li><li>Organizational skills</li><li>Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills</li><li>Decision-making and problem-solving skills, including ability to make decisions quickly under pressure</li><li>The ability to develop content for broadcast</li><li>The ability to develop content and post to web and social media</li><li>Reporting skills &ndash; including interviews, on-air, and breaking news</li><li>This position requires a valid driver&rsquo;s license</li></ul>
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<div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications &ndash; Experience, Education, Knowledge &amp; Skills</b></div>
<ul><li>Experience supervising staff within a media field</li><li>Experience working in public radio/media</li><li>Experience with live radio operation</li></ul>
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<div></div><div><div><b>This position has supervisory duties?</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Detail Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Announcement Number</b></div> <div>STAFF - VA - 2600048P</div>
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<div><div><b>Number of Vacancies</b></div> <div>1</div>
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<div><div><b>Desired Start Date</b></div> <div>06/29/2026</div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Open Date</b></div> <div>04/09/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Close Date</b></div> <div>05/01/2026</div>
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<div><div><b>Open until filled</b></div> <div>Yes</div>
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<div><div><b>Special Instructions Summary</b></div>
<div><b>This position is not eligible for sponsorship.</b></div>
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<div><div><b>Quick Link for Internal Postings</b></div> <div>https://employment.msubillings.edu/postings/7688</div>
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<div><div><b>Diversity Statement</b></div>
<p>Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University&rsquo;s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.<br>
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Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant&rsquo;s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee&rsquo;s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran&rsquo;s Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran&rsquo;s preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.<br>
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MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humres/eeos.htm</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

News Director

Cox Media Group

<div><div><b>Location: WA-Seattle</b></div>
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Job Title: News Director - KIRO TV</b></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><b><br>
Position Overview</b></div>
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Cox Media Group in Seattle WA is seeking a strategic, innovative, team-oriented, and passionate journalist to lead KIRO 7&rsquo;s news team as our News Director. KIRO 7 News is a well-respected organization driven by aggressive breaking news coverage, award-winning investigative storytelling, cutting edge producing, and our experienced and trusted KIRO 7 Pinpoint Weather team. This opportunity is for a leader who possesses a passion for local news along with the highest standards for producing unbiased and impactful reporting for our audience. Our ideal candidate will be an experienced, hands-on leader, with a vision and mission to serve the needs of our viewers while fueling the passion and professional development of our news team.</div><br>
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We are looking for a compassionate and empathic leader who is committed to coaching and developing the KIRO 7 News team to excellence every day. KIRO 7&rsquo;s News Director will be a dynamic, forward-thinking leader with excellent news judgment to oversee all aspects of our daily news across all platforms. This individual will have the unique opportunity to lead our experienced team in the execution of exceptional newscasts and digital content across multiple platforms &ndash; while having a willingness to innovate and explore new ways to attract new audiences to all platforms.</div><br>
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Reporting to the Vice President/General Manager of KIRO 7, qualified applicants will have a proven record with executing research action plans, breaking news, investigative and enterprise reporting, and the delivery of successful digital products. Candidates must be collaborative partners, working closely with other department leaders on innovative opportunities that will advance newscast delivery, marketing and research strategies that will strengthen brands and grow our strong market position as well as innovative sales initiatives to help meet revenue goals. They will also have demonstrated leadership and skills in managing, developing, recruiting, and retaining talent. Candidates must have a strategic understanding of how broadcast, digital, radio and social can complement each other and can drive execution to achieve goals while maintaining high editorial standards.</div><br>
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The KIRO 7 News Director will value the talents and experience of our team and will cultivate an environment of inclusive idea generation and problem solving. KIRO 7 News has a long tradition of winning audience loyalty by presenting our communities&rsquo; stories based on their human experience, and we&rsquo;re seeking the next great leader to continue our successes and take us to the next level.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>By leveraging your deep experience in TV newsrooms, you will provide strategic and tactical direction for day-to-day multi-platform news coverage, breaking news, special projects, investigative reporting, special event coverage.</li>
<li>Create and drive strategies to augment and align digital and on-air staffs to grow both the digital platforms and reinforce and grow on-air ratings.</li>
<li>Ensure that the news managers and team members have absolute clarity of goals and expectations to consistently pursue excellence and drive quality results.</li>
<li>Leverage the Cox Custom Research team and other resources to develop strong action plans and execution accountability.</li>
<li>Lead by example in seeking out diverse voices and perspectives in newscasts by encouraging the team to provide a full spectrum of thought around social and other issues when pitching and storytelling.</li>
<li>Strong servant leadership and collaboration skills to communicate and live our mission and vision around delivering the highest quality news, information, and investigations.</li>
<li>Lead and drive digital competency across the greater organization to help support efforts to increase quality content, broadcast brand engagement and digital audience.</li>
<li>The ability to analyze brand and audience research across platforms to drive opportunities audience engagement and audience growth.</li>
<li>Financial accountability for managing the newsroom budget, working closely with KIRO 7 News leadership team and our finance department to allocate resources and negotiate competitively with vendors and contract employees.</li>
<li>Strong ability to grow people through feedback and performance management and internal training opportunities.</li>
<li>Understanding of how to leverage value from external consultants and internal resources to accelerate desired results.</li>
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</div><div><ul><li>Excellent communication, organization, judgement and writing skills.</li>
<li>Strong understanding and experience in managing digital media brands.</li>
<li>Strong networking and community engagement skills.</li>
<li>Must have a valid driver&rsquo;s license and clean driving record</li>
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</div><div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree required (Journalism, English or Communications preferred)</li>
<li>A minimum of 5 years television newsroom leadership experience is required, with previous news director experience preferred</li></ul></div></div></div><br>
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<div>The salary range for this position is $220,000 per year to $280,000 per year. Final compensation for the role will be determined by a variety of factors such as skills, certifications, and relevant work experience.</div></div><div><br>
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<div></div><div><b>About Cox Media Group</b><br>
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations.</div>
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Req #: 2151 #LI-Onsite</div></div>

News Director - KIRO TV

Sinclair Broadcast Group

<div><p>KEYE is seeking an Assistant News Director! The Assistant News Director oversees the production of newscasts and assignments while working closely with producers, reporters, anchors and our digital content team on daily news coverage. Must be proficient in creative writing, copy editing, enterprising stories and be committed to journalistic integrity and managing compelling newscasts. We are looking for someone who embraces social media and knows how to consistently engage with audiences across all platforms. The AD also assists with running the Assignment Desk by helping coordinate breaking news coverage and basic newsgathering functions.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>Skills &amp; Experience:
</b></p><ul><li>Oversee newscasts, script reviews of producers and reporters for assigned newscasts
</li><li>Aggressively lead breaking news and severe weather coverage
</li><li>Identify, research and develop daily content
</li><li>Compelling and accurate writing, post content to station website and social media sites
</li><li>Work closely with news director to carry out news philosophy and direction
</li><li>Review daily newscasts to ensure quality control and brand compliancy
</li><li>Oversee Special Projects and enterprise coverage
</li><li>Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
</li><li>Maintain efficient operations of the assignment desk
</li>Other responsibilities as assigned<br>
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</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field
</li><li>Computer knowledge/word processing skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office products
</li><li>Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms
</li><li>Must have a working knowledge of journalistic ethics, libel, and privacy laws
</li><li>Exceptional written communication skills using a conversational writing style
</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively, work well under pressure and meet deadlines
</li><li>Great people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating
</li>Experience in research, public records requests, etc. is a plus<br>
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</b></p><p>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.
</p><p><b>About Sinclair
</b></p><p>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. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net .
</p><p><b>About the Team
</b></p><p>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? Let's talk.</p></div>

Assistant Director, News

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

<div><p>This position is part of the core work of Church Communication Department (CCD) as a source of information and official communication. Role will interact with opinion leaders, including media, who affect the reputation of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and whose actions and influence can help the Church&rsquo;s mission.<br>
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This position directs the Newsroom team and manages the Newsroom products and processes. Newsroom is a core function of the Church Communication Department and is charged with strategically planning, producing and helping tell the story of the Church, its leaders, and members, with an eye towards a worldwide audience. The medium is heavily influenced by digital-first products including video and includes social media platforms and channels. Newsroom includes the planning, coordination and dissemination of news of the Church globally, and responding to breaking news, major issues, media inquiries, stories and other broadcast programs. Some travel, including international, is associated with this position.</p></div>
<br><div><ul><li>(50%) Sets goals and direction in concert with the department and division in consultation with the Church Communication Department Leadership Council and maintains direction through constant monitoring, interaction, supervision, and initiatives. A special focus on accuracy, tone, and attention to detail is a must. This also includes healthy and appropriate scheduling of staff assignments, tasks, and responsibilities. This role will chair a Newsroom meeting at the start of each day to review overnight and breaking issues and carry selected items from that meeting to the daily media meeting (which includes community relations, area team, and social media representatives).
</li><li>(15%) Area coordination and training responsibilities, to include production and publishing strategies, initiatives and processes.
</li><li>(10%) Maintains integrity and current resource at newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org. This is inclusive of categorial, thematic, statement resources, and media assets.
</li><li>(5%) Leads CCD on long-term projects such as biographical assets and high-profile news events and milestones.
</li><li><p>(5%) Twice annual coordination of global video product, World Report, including collaboration with CCC, department executive leadership, managing director and director of media relations.
</p></li><li><p>(5%) Attends weekly collaboration meetings with Church News editorial team.
</p></li><li><p>(5%) Keeps attuned to global issues that might affect the Church or call for a response or initiative.
</p></li><li><p>(5%) Stand in for the Director of Media Relations as needed or required.</p></li></ul></div>
<br><div><ul><li>Fifteen years&rsquo; experience in news media industry either as a journalist, media executive or news director/producer, with a demonstrated knowledge of the news industry.
</li><li>College degree in communications, English, public relations, organizational management or related field, or equivalent.
</li><li>The ability to represent the Church well and with individuals at any level, including Church General Authorities, is a must as well as an understanding of the Church as an organization.
</li><li>Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as required with no restrictions and limited advanced notice</li></ul></div>
<br><div><div>Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord&rsquo;s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings&mdash; giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances&mdash;our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
</div><div>Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
</div><div>Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.</div></div>

Newsroom Director

Austin PBS

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 Austin PBS is seeking an innovative and experienced journalism leader to guide and grow our news and public affairs content serving Central Texas.
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 This candidate will ensure high-quality, relevant, and engaging content that reflects the diverse communities we serve. This position will lead a multidisciplinary team of talented journalists and content professionals, fostering a culture of editorial excellence, collaboration, and innovation across broadcast and digital platforms.
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 Key priorities include growing digital news audiences, developing platform-specific content strategies, and advancing community-centered journalism through partnerships, diverse voices, and solutions-oriented dialogue. Current initiatives under this role include Austin InSight, a weekly news and feature journalism program, and the community-led reporting of Decibel.
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 The ideal candidate brings strong news judgment, team leadership experience, and a track record of producing high-quality content while expanding audience reach across platforms.
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   Oversees the editorial vision, mission, strategic plan, priorities and policies for all news and public affairs programs at Austin PBS
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   Serve as Executive Producer for Austin InSight and ensure production is consistent with the the vision, mission, goals and editorial policies of the department and station
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   Directly supervises reporting and journalism staff and is responsible for recruiting, training and coaching
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   Directs and manages all short, medium and long term planning around current and future news and public affairs projects
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   Collaborates with other departments to achieve the strategic priorities of the station, which includes but is not limited to fundraising, audience, programming and community engagement goals
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   Establishes, fosters and maintains relationships and collaborations with other media organizations
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   Communicate with the station&rsquo;s board of directors, community advisory board and other stakeholder groups regarding news and public affairs content as needed
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   Seven to 10 years in journalism plus minimum 2 years in leadership
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   Bachelor's degree in video, photography, journalism, or other similar related fields (or the equivalent combination of education and experience)
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   Strong leadership skills and demonstrated ability to lead a diverse team toward a common goal
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   Demonstrated ability to maintain high journalistic standards and uncompromising ethics
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   Understanding and commitment to community engagement through an audience-centered approach
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   Must have a creative mindset, enthusiasm for online media, and an understanding of non-commercial news
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   Must have proven abilities in planning and coordinating people and operations.
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   Knowledge of Central Texas community a plus
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 This is a full-time salaried position at an annual salary of $100,000. This position reports to the Chief Operations Officer.
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 Austin PBS, KLRU-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Director of News and Public Affairs

<div><div><b>Location: FL-Jacksonville</b></div>
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Job Title: Producer - Jacksonville Radio</b></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><b><br>
Position Overview</b></div>
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Reporting to the News Director, the News Producer develops, produces, and delivers top local and national news stories weekdays on 104.5 FM. The producer shift is dependent upon the news and event cycle, but will be an 8-hour period that will include one weekend day. Typical shifts are 11 pm &ndash; 7 am, 3am to 11am, 12noon to 8pm, 7am to 3pm Tu-Sa, etc. The producer is responsible for writing factual, compelling, quality news stories with urgency and relatability for radio, as well as digital and social channels. They produce local and national news content that contributes to our success daily. And they develop trusted sources that are regularly used for research and story development. The producer reacts and delivers breaking news and severe weather alerts on the radio, and on digital and social platforms. The producer reports breaking news, top local, and top national stories. The producer also prepares to anchor newscasts as needed. Other duties as assigned by the News Director.</div></div></div><div><div><div><b>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>Produce, write, and edit accurate, compelling local and national news content for radio broadcasts, digital platforms, and social media channels</li>
<li>Monitor breaking news, severe weather, and developing stories; react quickly and responsibly to deliver timely updates across all platforms</li>
<li>Research, verify, and develop story ideas using reliable sources, sound news judgment, and editorial standards</li>
<li>Conduct interviews in studio, in the field, on location, and via telephone, ensuring professionalism and journalistic integrity</li>
<li>Serve as a reporter when assigned, delivering clear and engaging on‑air presentations</li>
<li>Maintain and cultivate trusted sources to support ongoing reporting and story development</li>
<li>Ensure all content complies with company policies, legal standards, and digital and social media guidelines</li>
<li>Collaborate effectively with reporters, anchors, and newsroom leadership to support daily coverage and special projects</li>
<li>Manage multiple assignments simultaneously in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment</li>
<li>Continuously evaluate workflows and content quality, identifying opportunities for process improvement</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned by the News Director</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>Demonstrated experience producing, writing, and reporting news content for radio, digital, and social platforms</li>
<li>Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver accurate, timely information under deadline pressure</li>
<li>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, breaking‑news environment</li>
<li>Sound editorial judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure</li>
<li>Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed</li>
<li>Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></div>
</div><div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or a related field</li>
<li>On‑air reporting experience</li>
<li>Experience conducting interviews in studio, in the field, and via telephone</li>
<li>Familiarity with digital publishing tools, social media platforms, and newsroom content systems</li>
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About Cox Media Group</b><br>
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations.</div>
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Req #: 2155 #LI-Onsite</div></div>

Producer - Jacksonville Radio

GRAY MEDIA

<div><p><b>About Gray Media:</b></p>
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Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 45 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.</p>
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About WABI</b></p>
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WABI TV5 first signed on in January 1953, becoming Maine's first television station. It has long been the news leader for eastern and central Maine. The station is located at 35 Hildreth Street in Bangor and has a bureau in Waterville, Maine.</p>
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Job Summary/Description:
</b></p><p>This part-time job (25 hrs/week) entails helping to produce two-and-a-half-hour weekday morning newscasts and learning the producer's role sufficiently to serve as a fill-in for that position. There are also opportunities to fill in during other shifts. The job also requires posting materials to social media and the station website.</p>
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Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</p>
<ul><li>Editing video for air and website</li><li>Sending materials to newscast rundowns</li><li>Timing newscasts</li><li>Assisting with studio prep</li><li>Posting materials to the website and social media</li></ul>
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Qualifications/Requirements:</b></p>
<ul><li>Educational background in electronic mass media/journalism or related discipline</li><li>Valid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred</li></ul>
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If you feel you&rsquo;re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to </i><i>https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings</i><i>, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on </i><b><i>&quot;apply now&quot;</i></b><i>, upload your resume, cover letter, and references</i></p>
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(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the <b><i>Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal</i></b><i>)</i></p>
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WABI-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company</i></p>
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Additional Info:</b></p>
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Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.<br>
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Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray&rsquo;s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.</p></div><p></p>

AM ASSOCIATE NEWS PRODUCER (P/T - W/DAY) - WABI

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