SVP, Content & Daily Editorials

Job Description

This critical role serves as the liaison between daily News and Stations editorial operations; ideal candidate is a fierce advocate for local news, knows the daily coverage plans for stations and has the ability to find opportunities for local coverage within network shows and platforms!

This person is also the voice for stations at the Network editorial table, representing the News Directors across 14 markets. The ideal candidate will ensure daily collaboration to further unify editorial and news gathering for News and Stations!

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Collaborates with News Directors to mine the best-of content from stations for all platforms
• Represents station editorial teams at daily News editorial meeting and partners with bureaus, beats and news gathering teams
• Coordinates breaking news between Super Desk and Stations
• Identifies off-air talent – producers, EPS, etc. for mobility across News and Stations
• Works with the Talent team to mine on-air talent and find opportunities across platforms
• Builds training and development programs.
• Builds a welcoming, inclusive culture that allows people to be their best, authentic selves
• Ensures all voices are represented in editorial meetings and story assignments

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, preferred
• Prior experience as a News Director/Content Lead for a local television station
• Prior Network or cable news experience preferred
• Effectively lead and manage in a dynamic and challenging environment
• Demonstrates passion as a hands-on executive who thrives on breaking news/weather, enterprise reporting, memorable storytelling, and community journalism
• Proven leadership and strategic decision making
• A participative leadership approach that fosters collaboration and innovation
• Track record of being a successful, people-first manager who fosters collaboration and feedback
• Excellent communication skills

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting's television station should contact sf_recruitingsupport@paramount.com.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $375,000.00 - 425,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.

https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rj31qw-18-188-146-12-42 in your application.