News Director

Position Overview

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced News Director to join our team at WAGB and our Delta News TV stations in Greenville, Mississippi. As the News Director, you will oversee all aspects of our news operations, including content creation, editorial direction, and team management.

Why us?

Television broadcasting is an awesome industry, and this position enables you to accelerate your career in a constantly evolving broadcast industry. We cultivate and support our professionals with continued feedback and assistance from our hands-on senior management team, but we also offer promotional opportunities within our company.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and implement editorial strategies to ensure high-quality, relevant, and engaging news content.
• Manage a team of journalists, reporters, and producers, providing guidance, feedback, and training as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as production and sales, to ensure cohesive and effective news coverage.
• Monitor news developments and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
• Maintain editorial standards and ensure compliance with legal and ethical guidelines.
• Oversee the production of news segments, ensuring they are accurate, balanced, and well-presented.
• Represent the station at community events and with external partners.

What qualities we want to find in you:

· Knowledge of on-air and online techniques, procedures, protocols, and standards.

· Collect, evaluate, and adapt news to deliver compelling on-air and online content.

· Communicate a compelling and inspired vision consistent with the company’s strategic objectives.

· Supervise and train employees including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.

· Be team-oriented and can work well both collaboratively and independently.

You “MUST HAVE” these qualifications to be considered for this opportunity.

· Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.

· At least 5 years of experience in a newsroom, with a proven track record of editorial leadership

· Strong editorial judgment and decision-making skills

· Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

· Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

· Familiarity with broadcast news operations and technologies

· Unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

· Fluent in English.

A valid driver’s license and good driving record.

To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and relevant work samples to .

What do we offer the successful candidate?

In addition to an exciting career, the successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation package based on their skills and work experience. Some benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement.

DELTAVISION MEDIA LLC IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Newsroom: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $85,233.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Experience:

• Newsroom: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• Greenville, MS 38701 (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Greenville, MS 38701 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,233